When the servant becomes the master
Subtitle: a comprehensive addiction guide for those who suffer from the disease, the loved ones affected by it, and the professionals who assist them
By: Jason Z W Powers
Edition: Second edition.
Published: 2017
Language: eng
Number of pages: 370
ISBN-13: 9781942094548
Subjects: Compulsive behavior; Substance abuse; Rehabilitation; Addicts; Treatment
Description: "This updated and revised second edition of When the servant becomes the master is a must-read for anyone struggling with addiction, their families, and the professionals who desire to know more about this baffling disease. Jason Powers, MD, approaches addiction from a variety of different angles, clearly and carefully attacking myths and misinformation, and bringing the reader up to date with the most current scientific and popular literature on addiction. This myth busting, must have volume is a definitive study that illuminates the entire spectrum of addiction-related topics, from neuroscience to treatment options. The reader is guided not just through the extensive material but also to a more humane yet 'medically driven' view of the true meaning of the disease of addiction"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 356-370).