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Managing Autoimmune Disorders

Managing Autoimmune Disorders

by Rues, Tomi

ISBN: 9798892607117

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Having good physical health is an important part of living a happy and productive life. But for many young people, autoimmune disorders such as Graves’ disease or lupus can get in the way. For most people, the immune system helps fight off illnesses, but for people with an autoimmune disorder, this system attacks their own bodies. Although these disorders can be treated, they cannot be
cured. Part of the Managing Common Illnesses series, Managing Autoimmune Disorders is a guide for young people who want to learn more about how to manage this type of illness, so their condition doesn’t keep them from living their best lives.

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  • Copyright: 2026
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Intermediate
    • Elementary
    • Middle

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 5

    AR Title: No

  • Book Features:

    • About the Author
    • Full-color illustrations
    • Full-color photographs
    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • Index
    • Table of Contents
    • Works Consulted

    Dewey Number: 616.0
    Page Count:     80
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Reviews and Awards for Managing Autoimmune Disorders

"According to this entry in the Managing Common Illnesses series (8 titles), there may be as many as 100 autoimmune disorders, but the focus here is on type 1 diabetes, psoriatic arthritis, Graves’ disease, and lupus. An opening story about Venus Williams’ Sjögren’s syndrome diagnosis and other celebrities with autoimmune disorders quickly helps normalize these illnesses. Individual chapters with straightforward text and personal statements from affected young people offer a thorough summary of autoimmune disorders by explaining the nature of these illnesses, the difficulty of being diagnosed, what it’s like living with an autoimmune disorder, common treatments, and developing research. Intermittent text boxes on these topics, such as experiencing an MRI, provide more details. A list of ways to support friends with autoimmune disorders concludes this informative and beneficial volume."--Booklist, Angela Leeper, October 1, 2025

"Gr 5-8–A look at a variety of common illnesses and the experience of living with them. At the start of most titles a known celebrity’s story is presented to normalize the titular condition. This explains how the illness impacts their lives and work, and how they manage themselves. Each illness is explained in detail with definitions, treatment processes, and common misconceptions. A combination of illustrations and photographs are used to show both the conceptual illnesses and real people like doctors. VERDICT: An intermediate look at illnesses that readers might interact with every day. Libraries can make great use of this series." --School Library Journal, November 1, 2025

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Good health makes life more enjoyable but for some young people, illness sometimes gets in the way of time with family or friends, fun activities, or even everyday routines. Illnesses such as celiac disease or diabetes may keep young people from eating the same food as their friends at a party. Teens with asthma or sickle cell anemia may struggle with playing sports. Young people with eczema or epilepsy may even face bullying at school due to their illness. Learning how to manage a disease can make a big difference. Managing Common Illnesses is an informative series that offers strategies young people can use so their disease does not stop them from living their best lives. With striking color photographs, suggestions for helping a friend with the title illness, and a useful index, this series offers practical advice for young people with a variety of common diseases.