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About Core Concepts in Health, Eighth Edition, 2000 Update
About Core Concepts in Health, Brief Eighth Edition, 2000 UpdateThe most current and accurate health resource available for the undergraduate, Core Concepts is an introductory personal health text that uses the theme of personal responsibility to teach and motivate students about health and wellness. Beginning with Chapter 1, "Taking Charge of Your Health," the text emphasizes behavior change throughout.
The Eighth Edition, 2000 Update, represents our commitment to providing you with the most comprehensive, accurate information on the most pressing current issues. Key topics and issues throughout the book have been updated with the most recent information available. The 2000 Update, in addition to incorporating current, extensive Internet coverage, contains an updated box program that includes new Critical Consumer boxes to encourage critical thinking, in addition to Dimensions of Diversity, Closer Look, Assess Yourself, Sound Mind/Sound Body, and Tactics and Tips boxes. Strong coverage of Women’s health is also found throughout the text.
The Brief Eighth Edition of Core Concepts provides a concise introduction to health topics and issues, bringing students scientifically based, accurate information about nutrition, exercise, weight management, stress, drugs, and other health topics. An affordable alternative to larger health texts, the Brief Edition includes a built-in study guide for students to test their knowledge and assess their level of wellness.
The Brief Eighth Edition, 2000 Update, represents our commitment to providing you with the most comprehensive, accurate information on the most pressing current issues. Key topics and issues throughout the book have been updated with the most recent information available. The 2000 Update, in addition to incorporating current, extensive Internet coverage, contains an updated box program that includes new Critical Consumer boxes to encourage critical thinking, in addition to Dimensions of Diversity, Closer Look, Assess Yourself, Sound Mind/Sound Body, and Tactics and Tips boxes. A new chapter to the eighth edition, "Personal Safety: Protecting Yourself from Unintentional Injuries and Violence," addresses why injuries happen and gives strategies for keeping safe.
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