brain

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Ruptured

2023
"Phoebe navigates fear, grief, and hope for recovery about when her mother has a ruptured brain aneurysm while their family is on vacation, and right after her mother shares that she's planning to leave Phoebe's father"--Provided by publisher.
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Crisis

teen mental health at risk
2024
Stress, social media, and other pressures all have contributed to millions of teens dealing with mental health issues. This has lead to a significantly increasing percentage of youth struggling in life.
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Neuromyths

debunking false ideas about the brain
2018
"In her new book, Tracey Tokuhama-Espinosa untangles scientific fact from pedagogical fiction, debunking dozens of widely held beliefs about the brain that have made their way into the education literature"--Back cover.

Heads up!

concussion awareness
Discusses the causes of concussions; what happens to the brain in a concussion; and how to identify the symptoms of a concussion. Describes how doctors diagnose and treat concussions, and illustrates ways to protect yourself from a concussion. Includes critical thinking questions, color photographs, an infographic, real-life stories, an activity, a glossary, and further resources.

Back in the game

why concussion doesn't have to end your athletic career
2017
Provides an understanding about concussions and their evaluation and treatment, and the possible post-concussive issues that athletes and young people in sports may experience.

How does your brain work?

questions about the nervous system, senses, sleep, and more
2022
Your body can do all sorts of amazing things, and your brain is in control of it all! Get to know your brain, nerves, senses, and much more, in this fantastic introduction to the human body.

Las madres

a novel
2023
"A powerful novel of family, race, faith, sex, and disaster that moves between Puerto Rico and The Bronx, revealing the lives and loves of five women and the secret that binds them together"--Provided by publisher.

Todo este tiempo

After a traumatic accident, Kyle feels lost until he meets Marley, who seems like the girl of his dreams, but as they grow closer he fears he is headed for another crash.

The brain on youth sports

the science, the myths, and the future
2021
"This book dispels myths about head impacts in youth sports, potential consequences of these collisions, and the changes sports organizations have made to make these sports 'safer than ever.' It will empower parents and athletes to make an informed decision on sports participation and provide recommendations on how to make these sports safer"--Provided by publisher.

Your brain when you're scared

"This book explores what happens in your brain when you feel scared, the chemicals your brain produces, and ways to manage fear. STEM concepts cover aspects of psychology and neurology in simple terms, while social and emotional learning (SEL) concepts support the growth mindset. Grow with Goals and Try This! activities further reinforce the content. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they learn more about the science behind feeling afraid. This title also includes a diagram of the brain, sidebars, a table of contents, a glossary, an index, and tips for educators and caregivers. Your Brain When You're Scared is part of Jump!'s Brainpower series"--.

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