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Disconnected: Understanding Alzheimer's Disease

An Alzheimer's diagnosis affects more than just the patientCit affects their families and friends too. As the disease progresses, a patient's memory deteriorates. They might forget appointments and people's names. Their behavior may suddenly change. And later, they might require constant supervision. Many people are unexpectedly thrust into the role of a caregiver without preparation or knowledge of what's to come. That's why it's important to grow awareness for Alzheimer's, its signs and sympto

Discover America State by State

Discovering America: An Exceptional Nation

From the beginning, America has been an experiment in democracy that has evolved according to the will of the people and events of national and international importance. This essential series traces how citizens, the government, and historical circumstances combine to shape facets of the country ranging from politics to culture to the environment. Each book focuses on one such facet in accordance with AP United States History curriculum, providing readers with an understanding of how an exceptio

Discovering Art

The Discovering Art series introduces readers to major art forms, styles or movements, and periods. Books in the series discuss early development and pioneers; important changes over time in style, tools and techniques; influential artists; and more. The series serves as an excellent starting point for student researchers and anyone hoping to develop an appreciation for art in its many forms.

Discovering Canada  

Take and in-depth look at the lives and accomplishments of the key explorers who rediscovered Canada. Each title includes a wealth of historical information, maps, and photographs. Explorations are put into context with information on the aims and success of each expedition. Includes interesting facts about the routes, hardships, equipment, and supplies.

Discovering Jobs

Few people are lucky enough to know from a young age what jobs or careers they want to pursue. In the Discovering Jobs series, the focus is on viewing career options through personal interests, hobbies, and passions. Every book in the series profiles six jobs that reflect particular areas of interest. Also in these books are comments from industry insiders, information about pay and job prospects, a Q&A interview, and lists of sources for more information.

Discovering Norse Mythology

The world of the ancient Norse peoples was populated by a strange, wondrous, and sometimes frightening array of creatures and beings. The books that make up the Discovering Norse Mythology series take readers on a journey through this ancient world. Stories of heroes and villains, epic quests, mythical realms, deities, and creatures will appeal to mythology enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Discrimination in Society

Discrimination based on race, sex, age, and more is as prominent in the public discourse today as it ever was. The Discrimination in Society series examines these and other types of discrimination-what they entail, how they are manifested, how widespread they are, their effects on real people, and efforts to address these problems. Personal accounts and quotes from experts in various fields provide added insight into these timely topics.

Disease in History

Disease in History describes several of the epidemics that have significantly influenced historical events. It explains how the discovery of germs in the last two centuries was able to reverse millenia of superstition and ignorance in the treatment of infectious diseases. Finally, it explains how and why the world of microbial organisms has been able to thwart many of medical science's greatest efforts to eliminate, or, at the very least, control them.

Diseases and Disorders

Physical health problems such as a broken arm or the flu have visible symptoms, but disorders that affect the brain are generally invisible. This contributes to persistent myths and misinformation about learning disorders, eating disorders, mood disorders, and other mental health issues. Readers develop a better understanding of mental and physical health problems through relevant statistics, informative side bars, detailed photographs, and up-to-date charts and diagrams. With this information,