Alcoholism (The Facts)

by Ann M. Manzardo (Author), Donald W. Goodwin (Author), William F. Gabrielli Jr. (Author), Jan L. Campbell (Author), Elizabeth C. Penick (Author)

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  Illustrated
  2008

  $3.35

  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, whilst retaining much of Dr Goodwin's original material, offering his unique perspective on alcoholism. 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.

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  Paperback
  1994

  $3.51

  Alcoholism: the Facts deals with all the aspects of the world's number one drug problem. Primarily a book for those with alcohol problems and for those who share their lives, it is written in a clear, lively style, and discusses all the social, psychological, and medical aspects of alcohol problems. Since the first edition of this book an enormous amount of research has been conducted into alcholism, and Professor Goodwin explains straighforwardly what the results of this research mean, and how to go about getting help for yourself, or a relative or friend. This book is intended for people with drink problems, alcoholics, and their families; GPs.