Dwarfism: Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Profound Short Stature by Betty M.

Description: Dwarfism by Betty M. Adelson, Judith G. Hall Insightful and accessible, this work will prove a valuable resource for affected individuals, their families, and medical professionals-physicians, nurses, genetic counselors, social workers, psychologists, and medical students. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This landmark volume is the first to trace the exciting developments in the field of dwarfism research and treatment over the past century-particularly during the past fifty years. Dr. Betty M. Adelson, a psychologist, has unearthed and synthesized the most significant information about dwarfing conditions, from articles written a century ago to current books and specialized databases. Highlighting the outstanding contributions of Dr. Victor McKusick and several of his colleagues, Dr. Adelson reveals how dwarfism specialists have helped redefine the nature of medical care-transforming it from an authoritarian enterprise into a holistic, collaborative venture among physicians, affected individuals, and their families. The parent of an adult dwarf daughter, Adelson examines the social forces that affect the dwarfism community. She offers personal descriptions of the day-to-day challenges dwarf individuals face and portrays their accomplishments. Insightful and accessible, this work will prove a valuable resource for affected individuals, their families, and medical professionals-physicians, nurses, genetic counselors, social workers, psychologists, and medical students. Notes Identifies the personal and intimate relationship between medical practice and those who have been affected by various types of dwarfism. The author explores both the problems faced and the progress made in the development of scientific and medical aspects, as well as the personal struggles and achievements of those who have these rare conditions. An excellent study. -- Charles I. Scott, M.D., Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children, Nemours Foundation This book is extraordinary. It goes beyond descriptive listings of dwarfism diagnoses, treatments, and organizations to provide personal profiles and divergent opinions of doctors, dwarfs, and parents throughout the world and through the ages. The comprehensive research presents medical and social issues that excite and dismay. It stimulates the desire to read every word and to continue the search for answers to the questions that remain unanswered. -- C. Angela Van Etten, Little People of America; author of Dwarfs Dont Live in Doll Houses Author Biography Betty M. Adelson spent most of her career as a psychologist in private practice. She was formerly on the counseling staffs of Queens College and New York Universitys School of Education. She is the author of a cultural history, The Lives of Dwarfs: Their Journey from Public Curiosity toward Social Liberation. Table of Contents Foreword, by Judith G. Hall, O.C., M.D.PrefaceIntroduction1. Medical Aspects2. Psychosocial Aspects3. The Birth of a Child: Parent Issues and Outreach4. Organizations: From Self-Help to Advocacy5. Lives TodayAppendixes1. Dwarfism: Conditions and Descriptions2. Resources: Medical and Support GroupsNotesIndex Review A great leap forward for the social and cultural condition of dwarfism. -- Andrew Solomon, author of The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression Newsday Adelson presents tactful techniques and definite guidance, including what not to do. -- Michael A. Schmidt, MD, PhD JAMA One of the best, most thorough overviews published on dwarfism and related topics. -- Gad B. Kletter, M.D. New England Journal of Medicine I strongly recommend this book: its insights are unique, and it should prove of value to affected individuals, their families, and the healthcare professionals participating in their care. -- David E. Sandberg American Journal of Human Biology Promotional Identifies the personal and intimate relationship between medical practice and those who have been affected by various types of dwarfism. The author explores both the problems faced and the progress made in the development of scientific and medical aspects, as well as the personal struggles and achievements of those who have these rare conditions. An excellent study. -- Charles I. Scott, M.D., Alfred I. DuPont Hospital for Children, Nemours Foundation This book is extraordinary. It goes beyond descriptive listings of dwarfism diagnoses, treatments, and organizations to provide personal profiles and divergent opinions of doctors, dwarfs, and parents throughout the world and through the ages. The comprehensive research presents medical and social issues that excite and dismay. It stimulates the desire to read every word and to continue the search for answers to the questions that remain unanswered. -- C. Angela Van Etten, Little People of America; author of Dwarfs Dont Live in Doll Houses Long Description This landmark volume is the first to trace the exciting developments in the field of dwarfism research and treatment over the past century--particularly during the past fifty years. Review Text ""I strongly recommend this book: its insights are unique, and it should prove of value to affected individuals, their families, and the healthcare professionals participating in their care."" Review Quote "One of the best, most thorough overviews published on dwarfism and related topics." -- Gad B. Kletter, M.D., New England Journal of Medicine Excerpt from Book "This book is one of the best, most thorough overviews published on dwarfism-related topics. The text is well written, but from the heart, in a way that makes it particularly useful for those who appreciate having scholarly information presented within a meaningful personal and social context. This is a volume that everyone dealing with short stature will want to read and then keep for future reference."--From the foreword by Judith G. Hall, O.C., M.D. Details ISBN0801881226 Author Judith G. Hall Short Title DWARFISM Publisher Johns Hopkins University Press Language English ISBN-10 0801881226 ISBN-13 9780801881220 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 616.47 Year 2005 Imprint Johns Hopkins University Press Subtitle Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Profound Short Stature Place of Publication Baltimore, MD Country of Publication United States Edition 1st Audience Age 17 Birth 1935 NZ Release Date 2005-09-26 US Release Date 2005-09-26 UK Release Date 2005-09-26 Pages 368 Publication Date 2005-09-26 Alternative 9780801881213 Illustrations 4 Line drawings, black and white; 48 Halftones, black and white Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2005-08-14 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136608257;

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