by Don R. Powell, Ph.D. and the
American Institute for Preventive Medicine

This guide is not meant to substitute for expert medical advice or treatment. The information is  given to help you make informed choices about your health. Follow your health care provider’s advice if it differs from what is given in this book.

Understand that many of the designations used by manufacturers and sellers to distinguish their products are claimed as trademarks. Where those designations appear in this book and the American Institute for Preventive Medicine was aware of a trademark claim, the designations have been printed in capital letters (e.g., TYLENOL).

Section I – Common Health Problems How to Use This Section
Abdominal Pain Acne Allergies & Asthma Colds & Flu (Includes SARS)   Coughs Diarrhea Fatigue (Includes Mononucleosis) Fever   Headaches	Skin Injuries Sore Throats Sprains, Strains & Sports Injuries STDs/HIV Urinary Tract Infections   Vaginal Problems Vomiting & Nausea West Nile Virus
Section II–Playing It Safe General Safety Guidelines Drugs & Drug Safety Over-the-Counter Medication Safety Skin Safety Tests & Immunizations Testicular Self-Exam Breast Self-Exam		Go online and take the Student Self-Care quiz to be eligible to win $100 each month! Visit: http://www.aipm.net/contest.
Section III–Lifestyle Issues Eat Well & Get Regular Exercise Set Up Good Sleep Habits Don’t Use Tobacco Products Sexual Health
Section IV – Mental Health Facts
Mental Health Facts Characteristics of Mental Health It's Okay to Ask for Help What Professional Counseling Really Is Helping Someone Close to You Reasons to Seek Help	Where to Go For Help A Therapists' Who's Who Various Treatment Approaches How to Choose a Therapist Evaluating Your Treatment Tips for Mental Health National Resources
Section V – Common Mental Health Topics
Alcohol Problems Anger Anxiety Bipolar Disorder Burnout Codependency Depression Drug Dependence Eating Disorders Gambling Grief/Bereavement Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior	Panic Attacks Paranoia Parenting Issues Passive/Aggressive Behavior Phobias Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Relationship/Marital Problems Schizophrenia Self-Esteem Sexual Concerns Stress Suicidal Thoughts