The Encyclopedia of Work-Related Illnesses, Injuries, and Health Issues is a complete reference to the relationship between individual health and the workplace and the rights of employees. It explains the issues in high-risk industries such as construction, mining, and farming and it explains the factors affecting industries such as hospitals and groceries where the risk of nonfatal injury is a serious threat. Covering stress and health concerns peculiar to the modern office, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and sick building syndrome, the book also discusses child labor laws, workmen's...

Many doctors agree that stress may be a significant factor in nearly 80 percent of their patients' ailments. "The Encyclopedia of Stress and Stress-Related Diseases, Second Edition", provides a clear, comprehensive reference to all types of stress, their causes, their impact on health, and how to cope with and treat them. This revised and updated book covers advances in mental health, new information about stress, and new forms and causes of stress. The bibliography has been expanded, and the resources section has been updated and reorganized for ease of use. The new and revised entries...