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From legislation determining public restroom access to insurance coverage of hormone therapy for transitioning individuals to harassment and discrimination, transgender people face a number of challenges that can negatively affect their well-being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA part of Greenwood's \u003cb\u003eHealth and Medical Issues Today\u003c\/b\u003e series, Part I of this book explores definitions of sex and gender, the history of transgender awareness and activism, physical and psychological health concerns specific to transgender individuals, and how identifying as transgender can have different effects on individuals' health at different stages in their life. Part II examines issues and controversies related to the health and well-being of transgender individuals. Part III provides a variety of useful materials, including case studies, a timeline of critical events, a glossary, and a directory of resources.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56299804361077,"sku":"9781440858871","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781440858871_d55135d7-25c8-49d8-8db5-f348dade33a9.jpg?v=1786020721"},{"product_id":"9798765125359","title":"Learning Disabilities","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eResearch suggests that approximately 15% of individuals worldwide have a learning disability. Discover the answers to common questions about this diverse group of conditions.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart of the \u003ci\u003eQ\u0026amp;A Health Guides\u003c\/i\u003e series, this book offers a broad introduction to learning disabilities, the most common group of disabilities among children. The book’s 52 questions cover the many forms learning disabilities can take, including difficulties related to writing, reading, math, language, and processing auditory and visual information. The book also explores how learning disabilities are diagnosed and addressed; the impacts they can have on academic and, later, workplace performance; and how those living with learning disabilities can reach their full potential.. \u003ci\u003eLearning Disabilities: Your Questions Answered\u003c\/i\u003e addresses these and other topics in a way that both celebrates diversity and acknowledges the many challenges that those with learning disabilities face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAugmenting the main text, a collection of 5 case studies illustrate key concepts and issues through relatable stories and insightful recommendations. The Common Misconceptions section at the beginning of the volume dispels 5 long-standing myths about learning disabilities, directing readers to additional information in the text. The glossary defines terms that may be unfamiliar to readers, while the directory of resources curates a list of the most useful books, websites, and other materials. Finally, whether they’re looking for more information about this subject or any other health-related topic, readers can turn to the Guide to Health Literacy section for practical tools and strategies for finding, evaluating, and using credible sources of health information both on and off the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56369572348277,"sku":"9798765125359","price":41.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9798765125359_821e3c89-ee1f-43f4-a75b-337abec52fc0.jpg?v=1786033017"},{"product_id":"statistics-in-a-nutshell","title":"Statistics in a Nutshell 2e","description":"Need to learn statistics as part of your job, or want help passing a statistics course? Statistics in a Nutshell is a clear and concise introduction and reference for anyone who's new to the subject. This book gives you a solid understanding of statistics without being too simple, yet without the numbing complexity of most college texts. Each chapter in this thoroughly revised and expanded edition presents easy-to-follow descriptions illustrated by graphics, formulas, and lots of solved examples. Before you know it, you'll learn to apply statistical reasoning and statistical techniques, from basic concepts of probability and hypothesis testing to multivariate analysis.Statistics in a Nutshell includes: Introductory material - Learn basic concepts of measurement and probability theory, data management for statistical analysis, research design and experimental design, how to write up your own results, and how to critique statistics presented by others Basic inferential statistics - Discover the concepts of hypothesis testing, simple correlation, the distinction between parametric and nonparametric statistics, and learn simple methods of analysis appropriate to dichotomous, categorical, and continuous variables Advanced inferential techniques - Learn the General Linear Model, including analysis of Variance (ANOVA), multiple linear regression, and logistic and multinomial regression Specialized techniques - Use and interpret business and quality improvement statistics, medical and public health statistics, and educational and psychological statistics If you need to know how to perform most common statistical analyses, and how to use a wide range of statistical techniques without getting in over your head, this is the book for you.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57484126028149,"sku":"9781449316822","price":43.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781449316822.jpg?v=1786266161"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-sarah-boslaugh.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}