The Fainting Phenomenon: Understanding Why People Faint and What to Do About It, Second Edition

The Fainting Phenomenon, Second Edition is a valuable information resource for anyone whose life is affected by fainting.

Written for the layperson, this book will help you:

• Understand the different reasons why people faint and their significance
  
• Seek proper medical attention and treatment
  
• Deal with related conditions such as Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and Orthostatic Hypertension

This is an indispensable and reassuring guide for parents, families and care givers.Content:
Chapter 1 Introduction (pages 9–10):
Chapter 2 The Fainting Phenomenon (pages 11–12):
Chapter 3 The Normal Nervous System (pages 13–22):
Chapter 4 The Normal Cardiovascular System (pages 23–40):
Chapter 5 Orthostatic Intolerance and Orthostatic (Postural) Hypotension (pages 41–54):
Chapter 6 Neurocardiogenic Syncope (pages 55–62):
Chapter 7 Postural Tachycardia Syndrome and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (pages 63–68):
Chapter 8 Other Possible Causes of Fainting (pages 69–74):
Chapter 9 Fainting in Children and Adolescents and in Older People (pages 75–86):
Chapter 10 Diagnosing the Underlying Causes of Fainting (pages 87–100):
Chapter 11 Treating Fainting (pages 101–114):
Chapter 12 Wrapping Up… (pages 115–116):