Over the Influence: The Harm Reduction Guide for Managing Drugs and Alcohol
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| Rating | : | 4.89 (744 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1572308001 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 328 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-02-19 |
| Language | : | English |
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Based on solid science and 40+ years of combined clinical experience, the book is packed with self-discovery tools, fact sheets, and personal accounts. It puts the reader in the driver's seat with a new and empowering roadmap for change. Winner--American Journal of Nursing Book of the Year Award. Twelve-step programs that insist on abstinence are beneficial to many--but what about the millions of Americans who try to quit and fail, just want to cut down, or wish to work toward sobriety gradually? This groundbreaking book presen
Denning and her coauthors don't demand abstinence, nor attack the integrity of those who don't attain it. Denning, Little, and Glickman translate the controversial concepts of harm reduction into practical guidelines for people who want to improve their lives--whether or not they achieve abstinence."--Lonny Shavelson, MD, author of Hooked: Five Addicts Challenge Our Misguided Drug Rehab System"This book will bring optimism and hope to readers with a range of addictive problems. Instead, the harm reduction approach encourages people to make changes that improve their lives, no matter how long it takes or how many setbacks they encounter. It offers ample solace, support, information, and the skills you need to understand harm reduction and use it to make positive changes in your life. A brave, caring, and radical book."--Stanton Peele, PhD, JD, author of The Truth about Addiction and Recovery"Denning, Little and Glickman take the concept of harm reduction and ap
Get this book Both the approach and methods are very well presented. There is no attempt to say "you have to do this or that" You are encouraged to find your own way but are provided tools to do so.. POKEY GOT THE BOOK ON TIME AND IN GREAT SHAPE THANKS. Manuel Melchor said Five Stars. Just what I needed