| Dwarfism: Medical and Psychosocial Aspects of Profound Short Stature Contributor(s): Adelson, Betty M. (Author), Hall, Judith G. (Foreword by) |
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ISBN: 0801881226 ISBN-13: 9780801881220 Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press OUR PRICE: $38.00 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2005 Annotation: 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. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Endocrinology & Metabolism - Medical | Genetics - Psychology | Emotions |
| Dewey: 616.47 |
| LCCN: 2004025487 |
| Physical Information: 0.99" H x 6.06" W x 9.02" (1.24 lbs) 368 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| 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. |