Under the Influence: A Guide to the Myths and Realities of

Under the Influence: A Guide to the Myths and Realities of Alcoholism

Ten of millions Americans suffer from alcoholism, yet most people still wrongly believe that alcoholism is a psychological or moral problem, and that it can be cured by psychotherapy or sheer will power. Based on groundbreaking scientific research, Under The Influence examine the physical factors that set alcoholics and non-alcoholics apart, and suggests a bold, stigma-free way of understanding and treating the alcoholic.

How to tell if someone you know is an alcoholic.

The progressive stages of alcoholism.

How to get an alcoholic into treatmentâ€”and how to choose a treatment program.

Why frequently prescribed drugs can be dangerousâ€”even fatalâ€”for alcoholics.

How to ensure a lasting recovery.

Praise for Under the Influence

"The most important breakthrough in alcoholism since the founding of Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935."â€”Ron Fagan, founder & director, Ceder Hills Alcoholism Treatment Center

"A landmark . . . A must for anyone concerned about drinking."â€”Alcoholism, Journal of the American Medical Society on Alcoholism and the Research Society on Alcoholism

"Vital, simple, world-changing information."â€”Co-Evolution QuarterlyÂ

"Under The InfluenceÂ will advance by light years the understanding of alcoholism and the recovery process."â€”Mel Schulstad, Cofounder, National Association of Alcoholism CounselorsÂ
Country USA
Brand Bantam
Manufacturer Bantam
Binding Mass Market Paperback
ItemPartNumber 00527
Model 00527
Color White
ReleaseDate 1984-06-01
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780553274875

Country	USA
Brand	Bantam
Manufacturer	Bantam
Binding	Mass Market Paperback
ItemPartNumber	00527
Model	00527
Color	White
ReleaseDate	1984-06-01
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780553274875

Under the Influence: A Guide to the Myths and Realities of Alcoholism

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