Is it possible to overcome the powerlessness of addiction? Joining forces to answer this age-old question, coauthors Anderson Spickard Jr., a doctor with over forty years’ experience in addiction medicine, and James B., a recovering addict, candidly describe the harsh challenges and clearly outline the necessary steps toward healing and recovery.
Combining firsthand accounts and simplified medical insights, The Craving Brain addresses how adolescent binge drinking plays a role in the development of alcohol addiction, explains why addicts don’t need to hit rock bottom before they can recover, and responds to some of the most compelling mysteries of addiction, including:
As hopeful as it is unapologetically realistic, this groundbreaking guide is a must-read for anyone who suffers from addiction or knows or works with addicted individuals. With courage, determination, and the right support, recovery is indeed possible.
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Dr. Anderson Spickard, Jr., MD, is a nationally recognized expert in addiction. He practiced medicine and taught at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for over forty years. His books include Dying for a Drink: What You and Your Family Should Know about Alcoholism and Stay with Me: Stories of a Black Bag Doctor.
James B. is a recovering addict with extensive experience working with men in the early stages of recovery as well as helping individuals of all ages who are at risk for addiction. He has a degree in engineering, an MA in leadership, and currently is the director of operations for a nonprofit. James also works as a conference coordinator for a men’s organization.
Barbara R. Thompson is a writer, editor, and writing coach. A recipient of the Christopher Award, she coauthored Dying for a Drink with Dr. Spickard. She has cofounded schools for refugees and is the founder of Solutions for Interrupted Education, a nonprofit addressing the educational needs of children in war."About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
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