The Gale Encyclopedia of Children’s Health: Infancy Through Adolescence
The Gale Encyclopedia of Children’s Health: Infancy Through Adolescence is a comprehensive, evidence‑based reference work that provides in‑depth, easy‑to‑understand information about children’s health from birth through adolescence. It is widely used as a trusted source of health information for parents, teachers, allied health students, and healthcare professionals who need clear answers about pediatric diseases, developmental issues, prevention, treatment, and wellness.
Published by Gale (a division of Cengage Learning), this encyclopedia is organized in a clear A‑to‑Z format that covers a broad range of topics related to children’s health. Entries include causes, symptoms, treatment, and management of conditions that affect children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral development, making it an excellent one‑volume or multi‑volume reference for anyone involved in child care or child health education.
Key Features
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Extensive, alphabetically arranged coverage of children’s health topics from infancy through adolescence.
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Clear, non‑technical explanations suitable for parents, students, and healthcare learners.
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Covers disease causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment.
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Includes developmental, behavioral, nutritional, and preventive health topics.
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Features illustrations, glossaries, and resource lists for deeper learning.
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Helpful for academic study, patient education, and clinical reference.
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