Boys into men : staying healthy through the teen years / Mark A. Goldstein and Myrna Chandler Goldstein.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Goldstein, Mark A. (Mark Allan), 1947-

Contributor:

Goldstein, Myrna Chandler, 1948-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Teenage boys--Health and hygiene.

Teenage boys.

Teenage boys--Psychology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (213 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Westport, Conn. : Greenwood Press, 2000.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

What are the most prevalent sports injuries for male teenagers? How should a guy protect himself from injury or disease while enjoying outdoor activities? Is it normal for a teenager to feel depressed? Answers to these questions and others often asked by adolescent boys can be found in this straightforward guide written specifically for them. Goldstein, a physician who specializes in care for adolescents, provides examples from his own practice to explain the most common ailments of this age group, as well as to provide boys with the choices they can make to help keep themselves healthy. Arranged topically, each chapter covers a different aspect of mind and body. Readers will discover what physical changes they can expect at their age, as well as the most common physical ailments. They can also find out what psychological changes they may be experiencing and why, along with ways to get help for serious problems like drug and alcohol abuse or suicidal tendencies. The many topics covered include: nutrition, sports, injuries, sexuality, suicide, drug and alcohol abuse, and cross cultural issues. Written with an emphasis on wellness, advice is given on how to prevent injuries and disease, as well as how to care for one's body through good habits like eating well and getting enough sleep. Boys are encouraged to take care of themselves and to develop open and honest relationships with their physicians to help insure a happy and healthy adolescence.

Contents:

Contents; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Healthcare Issues; Epidemiology and Statistics; Physical and Emotional Growth and Development; General Nutrition and Sports Nutrition; Sexuality; Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drugs; Sports Injuries and Sports Medicine; Adolescent Medical Concerns and Practices; Outdoor and Wilderness Health; Life Issues; Behavior, Mental and Emotional Health Issues; Cross-Cultural Issues and Your Health; Issues for Gay Adolescents; Chronic Conditions; Index

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-56750-772-7

OCLC:

646706091