Alcoholism

by Ann M. Manzardo, Donald W. Goodwin, Jan L. Campbell

The third edition of this successful Facts title was authored by the late Dr. Donald W. Goodwin, who wrote with a unique and engaging style defining alcoholism in very human terms. Although much of Dr Goodwin's assessments of alcoholism still hold true today, a great deal of progress has been made in the quest to better understand the underlying causes of the disease. This fourth edition, written by a group of Dr Goodwin's former colleagues, updates the content while maintaining the original flavour of Dr Goodwin's style.

The new edition includes updated information about the effects of alcohol consumption on the body, a new section on the particular sensitivity of women to the effects of drinking, and information and advice relating to the consequences of alcohol abuse for the abusers, their families and society.

Genres: Mental Health, Science

176 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2008

Reviews

[Sheri Fresonke Harper · Rating 4 out of 5]

Explains the basics of alcoholism and how it affects the body, treatment, how some alcoholics are genetically inclined to alcoholism, the likelihood of mental illness in conjunction with alcoholism, and programs like abstinence, AA, and positive reinforcing behaviors to correct negative thinking.