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Pregame
Drug overdose is the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 50. Addiction is a disease, not a moral failing and it affects 1 out of 8 American adults.
Pregame is a young woman's perspective of addiction in the United States. King shares her experience and observations through her personal story, the stories of others in recovery, and policy issues in the U.S. that prevent addressing addiction in a productive manner. The book speaks to the recovery community as well as politicians and lawmakers that have the authority to empower stories of survival, using them to inspire change.
In this book, you'll learn about addiction and recovery in America,
This book was written for those suffering or who have suffered through addiction, for those whose loved one's have met with irreversible consequences, or for those who seek to understand the truth behind addiction and what it entails.
Pregame is a young woman's perspective of addiction in the United States. King shares her experience and observations through her personal story, the stories of others in recovery, and policy issues in the U.S. that prevent addressing addiction in a productive manner. The book speaks to the recovery community as well as politicians and lawmakers that have the authority to empower stories of survival, using them to inspire change.
In this book, you'll learn about addiction and recovery in America,
This book was written for those suffering or who have suffered through addiction, for those whose loved one's have met with irreversible consequences, or for those who seek to understand the truth behind addiction and what it entails.
202 pages, Hardcover
Published November 4, 2020
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April 14, 2021
"The caterpillar does not just wake up one day and become a butterfly - I cannot change overnight".
The author provides well researched information regarding the American healthcare system and substance abuse, almost reading like a research article for the first four chapters. The amount of statistics and quotes from organizations regarding a multitude of topics is almost overwhelming. The first portion of the book left me feeling disconnected. I came into the book from the wrong perspective however, thinking it was going to be more of an autobiographical introspection.
I was pleasantly surprised to find the last half of the book offered more personal connection, whether it be to the author themself or another person's story. More personal stories were offered from many sources and helped showcase that those suffering are not alone.
I cannot begin to imagine the personal strength it has taken for this author to tell this story and try to educate more people on the broken system we live in. This will serve as an educational opportunity for those seeking more information on the causes of substance abuse and the struggle for sobriety.
The author provides well researched information regarding the American healthcare system and substance abuse, almost reading like a research article for the first four chapters. The amount of statistics and quotes from organizations regarding a multitude of topics is almost overwhelming. The first portion of the book left me feeling disconnected. I came into the book from the wrong perspective however, thinking it was going to be more of an autobiographical introspection.
I was pleasantly surprised to find the last half of the book offered more personal connection, whether it be to the author themself or another person's story. More personal stories were offered from many sources and helped showcase that those suffering are not alone.
I cannot begin to imagine the personal strength it has taken for this author to tell this story and try to educate more people on the broken system we live in. This will serve as an educational opportunity for those seeking more information on the causes of substance abuse and the struggle for sobriety.
April 6, 2021
Maggie's book is about parts of her life through alcohol, addiction and recovery while also sharing some startling stats among various other perspectives from others on their journeys. I think it was incredibly vulnerable and brave for Maggie to share her own story of addiction with suicidal thoughts. These are content triggers throughout the book.
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What really caught my attention was the various perspectives she dug into - from talking about doctors prescribing tramadol being a "safe" opioid for post surgery care to digging into the city of Seattle's Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program (LEAD) to chatting with a teacher that works in a long term chemical addiction specific unit, where juvenile inmates work a 9 month treatment program. This book is important and shares alot of staggering information and startling stats.
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I appreciated the lengths Maggie went to write this powerful story. She wrote about friends journeys through their addictions and shared their experiences along with the long road to recovery. These parts can be heartbreaking but they are real.
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There's alot of good information to be shared here and from within her book she wrote that she hopes to facilitate a conversation. So, let's get talking.
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What really caught my attention was the various perspectives she dug into - from talking about doctors prescribing tramadol being a "safe" opioid for post surgery care to digging into the city of Seattle's Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program (LEAD) to chatting with a teacher that works in a long term chemical addiction specific unit, where juvenile inmates work a 9 month treatment program. This book is important and shares alot of staggering information and startling stats.
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I appreciated the lengths Maggie went to write this powerful story. She wrote about friends journeys through their addictions and shared their experiences along with the long road to recovery. These parts can be heartbreaking but they are real.
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There's alot of good information to be shared here and from within her book she wrote that she hopes to facilitate a conversation. So, let's get talking.
March 5, 2021
A great read for those who were impacted by Beth Macy’s Dopesick.
King is extremely brave in her vulnerability, depicting the events and turmoil of her own addiction. Her work is well researched and while the statistics never fail to leave me dumbstruck, she outlines the work of those trying to change the system that perpetuates vicious circles of addiction. These stories restore my faith in humanity.
While there is a focus on the judicial system and sentencing etc I’d love to know where educational institutions are putting measures in place to prevent their students from addiction and isolation. I would have been interested to hear how aware her college was of her illness prior to her departure and whether there were effective measures in place to encourage students to seek help on campus.
King is extremely brave in her vulnerability, depicting the events and turmoil of her own addiction. Her work is well researched and while the statistics never fail to leave me dumbstruck, she outlines the work of those trying to change the system that perpetuates vicious circles of addiction. These stories restore my faith in humanity.
While there is a focus on the judicial system and sentencing etc I’d love to know where educational institutions are putting measures in place to prevent their students from addiction and isolation. I would have been interested to hear how aware her college was of her illness prior to her departure and whether there were effective measures in place to encourage students to seek help on campus.
June 26, 2021
This review is long overdue, but here it goes.
Reading the first few pages of the book got me thinking like, "oh, I am gonna like this one.” true enough, I was so invested in it. The book is well written and well researched. It was full of experiences from different people. It wasn't just that, the author also included her experience. Which for me, is very courageous of her for letting her vulnerabilities out. It was inspiring.
People have different battles they are trying to win. It may not be the same pain level as yours, but this book lets you know that there are people out there fighting their own different battles. You are not alone. You should not be afraid to ask for help. Addiction is not something to be ashamed of.
I would recommend this to parents, relatives or to someone who knows someone or to the person himself who've had the same experience as the book tells.
Reading the first few pages of the book got me thinking like, "oh, I am gonna like this one.” true enough, I was so invested in it. The book is well written and well researched. It was full of experiences from different people. It wasn't just that, the author also included her experience. Which for me, is very courageous of her for letting her vulnerabilities out. It was inspiring.
People have different battles they are trying to win. It may not be the same pain level as yours, but this book lets you know that there are people out there fighting their own different battles. You are not alone. You should not be afraid to ask for help. Addiction is not something to be ashamed of.
I would recommend this to parents, relatives or to someone who knows someone or to the person himself who've had the same experience as the book tells.
February 27, 2021
This novel is eye opening. Maggie is vulnerable in sharing her history with addiction. She not only has a personal story to tell, but included extensive research that she conducted to learn more about addiction in the US. This is a quick read but probably one of the most knowledgeable books you could pick up. All written by a 19 year old. I have the utmost respect for this author and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for her. I highly recommend this one.
February 28, 2021
I want to thank Maggie for her strength and vulnerability in this book. I work in addiction counseling and found this piece to be thoroughly researched, very educational, and an excellent resource for those in the field, parents, legal entities, educators, and those struggling with the disease of addiction. So often, young adults are left out of the recovery dialogue and research. Thank you for sharing your courage, hope, and strength!
March 5, 2021
Great book for college students
Great book for teens! Very well researched. Good for those learning about addiction and recovery. Would recommend to anyone interested.
Great book for teens! Very well researched. Good for those learning about addiction and recovery. Would recommend to anyone interested.
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June 21, 2024Read it for class and it was pretty good. Had great info and the stories were really impactful
September 29, 2019
Amazing.wonderfully written
Great book.well researched.all teens parents and people should read it.as a former prosecutor I found it very informative and scary
Great book.well researched.all teens parents and people should read it.as a former prosecutor I found it very informative and scary
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