Aging and Addiction: Helping Older Adults Overcome Alcohol or Medication Dependence
- ISBN13: 9781568387925
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Product Description
Addiction among older adults is a hidden and hushed problem. Signs and symptoms of alcohol or medication abuse can easily be mistaken for conditions related to aging. And even when friends or family members recognize signs of addiction, they often discount the need for intervention or treatment. With an estimated three million older Americans struggling with alcohol and drug misuse and abuse, Aging and Addiction is a much-needed resource. The authors, both experts … More >>
Aging and Addiction: Helping Older Adults Overcome Alcohol or Medication Dependence
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I purchased this book because this is a subject that is very close to me. The premise of the book (a food addict attends a clinic to help her understand her food addiction) was of great interest to me.
The use of food addict was also something that drew me to this book, as I have believed for a long time that there is such a thing.
This book does not disappoint. The author is very honest in her detailing of her experiences. From the beginning when she felt that this clinic stay was of no use to her, we can feel the pain she was in. The story simply gets more fascinating (and candid) as the author reveals herself more and more. In the end, you are cheering her on.
I have found this book to be extremely helpful in looking at the whole body image, wellness issue in a totally different view. If you are hoping for a quick fix, this would not be the book for you.
But if you believe that you can achieve wellness by better understanding your body and mind, this is the book for you.
Excellent purchase!
Rating: 5 / 5
I thought this book showed the seriousness of the disease of food addiction. I appreciate Debbie’s honesty and willingness to share with us all just how cunning, baffling and powerful food addiction is. Food addiction is real! I appreciate those who are willing to share the pain and misery and most important the recovery aspect of food addiction.
A very unique book!
Rating: 5 / 5
I have suffered from food addiction for many years. This book has helped me dig deep into myself to find out when my eating disorder began. If you suffer from an eating disorder or would like to better understand how an eating disorder affects the life of someone you care about, this book is definately worth purchasing.
Rating: 5 / 5
I am so glad that there is a book that covers such a sad situation with great insights.
Rating: 5 / 5
The book is ok in few parts, you have to appreciate the honesty and the straightforwardness used to describe the problem. And I like the references to God seen as someone who takes care of us no matter what (even if this does not mean not to take any action in our life because whatever happens is God’s will and this seems to be the author’s message, instead). However, I was disappointed to learn that the author sees as solution to the problem a lifetime abstinence. This is totally out of order and I think it’s unhealthy, too. I once saw a very good nutrionist who told me that in this life we can eat anything, even a burger and chips from McDonald. What matter is self-control and a lifelong eating balance, not a lifelong eating abstinence. That’s so wrong that I wonder how she managed to have her book published!! I mean, she did not even eat her wedding cake!! do you call this normal? nope, sorry, I don’t agree with this approach. Thanks.
Rating: 2 / 5