Kategoria BISAC: Self-Help >> Substance Abuse & Addictions - General

July 27, 1991, author Geri Petito made a decision to stop using drugs. She was what you might call a functioning drug addict. Her family didn't know she used and most of her friends were unaware as well. But that day came when she knew she was spiraling out of control. Petito checked herself into a rehab facility and stayed there for the full thirty days. It changed her life.

In I'm Not an Addict ... I'm Just an Ass , she narrates a personal, intimate, honest, and sometimes lighthearted account of her road to recovery, a story that inspires others to take the same journey....

PARENTING is not an easy task. No matter the challenges that a parent or their child faces, it can be hard to know the 'right' thing to do. It is no wonder that oftentimes the parent of an adult child with mental illness and addiction feels alone and may not know which way to turn. Knowing how and where to find help for their son or daughter is just the beginning. After caring for their loved one, a parent must turn their attention to themselves as well.

CO-OCCURRING mental illness and addiction are brain diseases that affect many individuals. These diseases affect the...

In this textbook, the author defines what is meant by diversity and reviews what we know today about the effects of alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, cocaine and crack, hallucinogens and heroin. This is then put into a broader context by examining the development of policy with particular emphasis on those who were perceived to be the most fervent users of substance. This is a useful textbook for classes on substance abuse as well as for seasoned clinicians.

Ann and Roz have been laughing at themselves and each other, for quite some time--lovingly, of course. In this book, you will discover there is no problem too big to be laughed at and no situation too great to be mocked. This book is meant to have us laughing at all the paths we've taken in our insatiable search for perfection.
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"Enlighten up with this delightful scripture that bridges the gap between heaven and mirth, teaching us that spiritual practice essentials include a hefty dose of humor, especially...