What Are Developmental Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0444-0 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0445-7
What Are Eating Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0446-4 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0447-1
What Are Learning Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0448-8 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0449-5
What Are Mood Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0450-1 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0451-8
What Are Psychotic Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0452-5 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0453-2
PA School Librarian Association, February 16, 2024
The focus of the 5-book nonfiction series is on mental health disorders and their symptoms. It contains the history of these disorders and how they affect everyday life. Each book has engaging images along with an informative text that will appeal to students. The book concludes with a glossary, additional resources, source notes, and an index.
THOUGHTS: This series is a good addition to enhance middle and high school school library collections seeking to update their mental health resources. It is labeled as Hi-lo YA nonfiction, so it would be a good addition to a high school library.
What Are Developmental Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0444-0 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0445-7
What Are Eating Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0446-4 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0447-1
What Are Learning Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0448-8 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0449-5
What Are Mood Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0450-1 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0451-8
What Are Psychotic Disorders?: ISBN 978-1-6782-0452-5 / eBook: 978-1-6782-0453-2
WASHYARG, September 1, 2023
Understanding Disorders series teaches teens how to recognize mental health disorders and their symptoms. Each book begins with an At a Glance bullet point list of important information. It continues with a relatable story about someone who might have dealt with that particular disorder. Chapters focus on the history, some examples, how it might impact a person’s life, and possible treatments for the disorder. Photos and captions highlight key points. Text boxes tend to help explain more difficult concepts and clear up common misconceptions. Short chapters with subheadings and concise, direct language
make the books easy to follow. Larger font, white space, and colorful subheadings & text boxes make the volumes inviting to reluctant readers and great for quick access to information. Each volume provides a glossary, credible sources, and suggestions for further study. Recommend for middle school and reluctant high school readers.
Recommended Age: Middle School, Junior High
Heather Goude, McKnight Middle School