Addiction & recovery for dummies / Brian F. Shaw, Paul Ritvo, and Jane Irvine ; foreword by M. David Lewis

Evaluate medications and treatment programs. Break free from addictive substances or behaviors and get a fresh start. Think you have an addiction? This compassionate guide helps you identify the problem and work towards a healthy, realistic approach to recovery, explaining the latest clinical and self-help treatments for both adults and teens. This book also offers tips on reducing cravings, handling your relationships, and staying well for the long run. Discover how to: identify the reasons for addiction; choose the best treatment plan; handle slips and relapses; detect addictions in a loved one; and, find help and support.