{"product_id":"the-craving-brain-science-spirituality-and-the-road-to-recovery-9781511554473","title":"The Craving Brain: Science, Spirituality and the Road to Recovery","description":"\u003cp\u003eIs 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombining firsthand accounts and simplified medical insights, \u003ci\u003eThe Craving Brain\u003c\/i\u003e 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: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy are some people at a higher risk?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIs an uncontrollable craving a moral failing or a brain injury?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhy can't addicts see their problem and just quit?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAre interventions helpful or dangerous?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow effective are twelve-step programs?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow is brain science transforming addiction recovery and improving treatment outcomes?\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eAs 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDr. Anderson Spickard, Jr., MD\u003c\/b\u003e, is a nationally recognized expert in addiction. He practiced medicine and taught at Vanderbilt University Medical Center for over forty years. His books include \u003ci\u003eDying for a Drink: What You and Your Family Should Know about Alcoholism\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eStay with Me: Stories of a Black Bag Doctor.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames B.\u003c\/b\u003e is a recovering addict with extensive experience working with men in the early stages of recovery as well as helping individuals of all ages who are at risk for addiction. He has a degree in engineering, an MA in leadership, and currently is the director of operations for a nonprofit. James also works as a conference coordinator for a men's organization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cb\u003eBarbara R. Thompson\u003c\/b\u003e is a writer, editor, and writing coach. A recipient of the Christopher Award, she coauthored \u003ci\u003eDying for a Drink\u003c\/i\u003e with Dr. Spickard. She has cofounded schools for refugees and is the founder of Solutions for Interrupted Education, a nonprofit addressing the educational needs of children in war.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Createspace Independent Publishing Platform","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50566751158546,"sku":"9781511554473","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5c36945e-16db-4379-8981-421b0de6e3ef.jpg?v=1731903437","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-craving-brain-science-spirituality-and-the-road-to-recovery-9781511554473","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}