The Craving Brain
Science, Spirituality and the Road to Recovery
by Dr. W. Anderson Spickard, Jr., James B., Barbara Thompson
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Pub Date Jan 25 2016 | Archive Date Apr 15 2017
Description
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:
- Why are some people at a higher risk?
- Is an uncontrollable craving a moral failing or a brain injury?
- Why can’t addicts see their problem and just quit?
- Are interventions helpful or dangerous?
- How effective are twelve-step programs?
- How is brain science transforming addiction recovery and improving treatment outcomes?
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.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781511554473 |
| PRICE | $14.95 (USD) |
Featured Reviews
Belle R, Reviewer
This book is a great combination of science and story, warning and hope. With inter-weaving chapters from a doctor and an alcoholic/addict in recovery, the book systematically explains the start of addiction, the effects, and the power of recovery. The authors provide science and resources enough to show credibility, but not so much to overwhelm the reader.
The spiritual elements of recovery are not overly emphasized, but the authors gently suggest the power of spiritual practice that they've seen. I believe people of any religion or no religion should feel comfortable reading this.
This book will be informative and hope-giving for addicts, family and friends of addicts, professionals in social or spiritual fields, and the general public. Alcoholism and addiction affect people all around us and impact global society, so we all need to understand what this book has to tell us.
Sandra L, Reviewer
Everyone must read this book!
This book makes my list as one of the top reads in the addiction genre. This book has had an impact on my life in more ways than I've realized. Addiction is a real problem. I know little about addiction and the book opened my eyes to addictions. I would highly recommend this book for anyone who is dealing with addictions or trying to help those who are struggling and want to know more about addictions.
Thank you Netgalley for this book.
Brenda I, Reviewer
I found The Craving Brain: Science, Spirituality and the Road to Recovery to have good clear information on the addictive brain and how addiction affects addicted individuals. We hear stories from addicted individuals while explaining how their addiction affects them and their brain. There is good information on treatment and how to help addicted individuals.
I recommend The Craving Brain to anyone struggling, know of someone struggling with addiction or wanting good information on addiction.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read this book.
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