Children with learning disabilities constitute between seven and ten percent of the school-aged population, according to the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. They also represent more than half of the children who receive special education services in the United States. Yet, learning disabilities remain poorly understood. 
Learning Disabilities Sourcebook provides parents and other concerned individuals with authoritative information to help them understand learning disabilities, current diagnostic methods, and approaches to treatment.

Learning Disabilities Sourcebook : Basic Information About Disorders Such As Dyslexia, Visual and Auditory Processing Deficits, Attention Deficit/hype

Computers & Technology

edited by Linda M. Shin

Programming

Omnigraphics

Sports injuries are suffered by an estimated 4.4 million Americans annually at a cost of $18 billion. Among the most common injuries are foot and ankle sprains, shin splints, runner's knee, pulled hamstring muscles, Achilles tendinitis, tennis elbow, and "Little League elbow." Many sports injuries can be prevented, and new treatments are helping athletes recover faster and more completely than ever before. Sports Injuries Sourcebook describes the causes, treatments, and rehabilitation of common sports injuries. It provides information about preventing injuries in many different sporting activities. The book also covers groups with special concerns, including young athletes, senior citizens, and women. A glossary of terms and a directory of organizational resources are also presented.

Sports Injuries Sourcebook : Basic Consumer Health Information About Common Sports Injuries, Prevention of Injury in Specific Sports, Tips for traingi

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Provides 60,000 contacts in 250 U.S. and Canadian cities for business and leisure travelers. What's New for 2000-2001: **38 cities added for a total of 250 U.S. and Canadian cities **Expanded coverage of online and Internet resources, including more than 18,000 web sites **Contact information for more than 64,500 travel-related services and facilities -- about 10 percent more than last year Other Features: **Calendar of events for all cities covered **Quick look-up section consolidates listings for key travel-related services **Covers the largest U.S. cities by population, state capitals, and popular travel destinations **Also covers major Canadian cities **Lists statewide travel and information resources, including major state web sites, travel and tourism ofices, chambers of commerce, and parks agencies

City Profiles U. S. A., 2000: A Traveler's Guide to Major U. S. Cities

Toth, Dawn B., Ed.

Depression-it's not just for adults. Some studies suggest that as many as one in eight teens suffer from major depression. And teens aren't immune to other types of mental health disorders, including anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and psychotic illnesses. Tragically, an estimated two-third of all young people with mental health problems are not getting the help they need. 
This title in the Teen Health Series provides teenagers with needed information about the causes of mental health problems, warning signs, and treatment options. It also provides tips on such topics as developing a positive self-image, making and keeping friends, understanding emotional development, handling anger and stress, and overcoming trauma. Directories of resources, including toll-free telephone numbers and Internet addresses, are also provided.

Mental Health Information for Teens : Health Tips about Mental Health (Teen Health Series)

Karen Bellenir

Teen & Young Adult

This new edition contains more than 123,000 unique listings. In addition to covering the largest and most important businesses, the directory lists a wide range of non-profit organizations, government agencies, educational and cultural institutions, and even high-profile individuals. Listings are presented in alphabetical and subject-classified volumes and provide official names, addresses, and telephone numbers. Most listings include fax numbers, and where available toll-free numbers and web site addresses.

Headquarters USA 2002 : A Directory of Contact Information for Headquarters and Other Central Offices of Major Businesses & Organizations Nationwide)

Reference

"Provides information about the history and celebration of American patriotic holidays and days of observance. Features include narrative overviews, primary source documents, chronology, and print and web sources for further study"--Provided by publisher. Contains information about a variety of patriotic holidays celebrated in the United States.

Patriotic Holidays of the United States: An Introduction to the History, Symbols, and Traditions Behind The Major Holidays And Days Of Observance (Cultural Studies)

Helene Henderson

Provides information about various eating disorders, including symptoms and treatments, and offers facts about about nutrition, exercise, and self-esteem, such as tips on how to maintain healthy eating and exercise habits.

Eating Disorders Information For Teens: Health Tips About Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating, And Other Eating Disorders (Teen Health Series)

Psychology & Counseling

A special section on Where to Get Help for Moving provides other important resources for information and assistance with moving, including contact information for leading organizations representing the moving industry as well as listings for online resources. This

Moving and Relocation Directory 2005-2006 : A Reference Guide for Moving and Relocation, With Profiles for 121 U.S. Cities, Featuring Mailing addresse

Nancy V. Kniskern

Catalogs & Directories

Headquarters USA 2006: A Directory of Contact Information for Headquarters and Other Central Offices of Major Businesses & Organizations In The United States And In Canada

Business & Money

"Explores the history of abortion in America, describing the Roe v. Wade case, explaining the decision and its implications, and examining the continuing debate over abortion rights and its impact on American society and politics. Features include a narrative overview, biographical profiles, primary source documents, detailed chronology, glossary, annotated sources for further study, bibliography, and index"--Provided by publisher.

Roe Vs Wade (Defining Moments)

History

Laurie Hillstrom

Americas

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