Help teens make informed decisions about their health and wellness with judgment-free information about addictions. From drugs and alcohol to pervasive use of electronic devices, more teens are exhibiting addictive behaviors.
What's the Big Deal About Addictions? provides teens with lecture-free, reliable, and factual information about a range of addictions, from drugs and alcohol to electronic devices, social media, and other addictive activities, such as pornography, eating, gambling, and sex, among others.
A practicing psychologist and a certified substance abuse counselor, Dr. Crist shares advice for teens who are having serious troubles with addiction and for teens with casual levels of use who may be concerned about their use. With teen stories and quotes included,
What's the Big Deal About Addictions? speaks directly to teens about the real-life struggles with casual use and addictions they're seeing and experiencing among peers in school and in the broader community.
Packed full of information to help teens make informed decisions,
What's the Big Deal About Addictions? covers:
- The difference between casual use and addictive use, and the consequences of using
- The types of addictions, addictive behavior, and the risks associated with each
- How to overcome an addiction and the types of treatments available
- How to know and accept when recovering from addiction may require giving up certain friendships
- Tips for preventing relapse or developing a secondary addiction
Additional resources for help and information are provided at the back of the book.
Industry Reviews
"What's the Big Deal About Addictions? provides much-needed information on different types of addictions and substance use in a factual, non-threatening, non-lecturing, and respectful way. The book is easy to read for both adolescents dealing with addiction and family members wanting to understand and support their loved ones. I highly recommend Dr. Crist's book--it will empower readers."--Vicky Castro, M.S.W., school social worker, Virginia
"What's the Big Deal About Addictions? is up-to-date and very understandable for all readers. Dr. Crist provides so many gems of information; I especially liked his use of quick tips. The quotes he provides bring the topic alive. This is a must-read for all those who provide alcohol and drug education."--John W. Herdman, Ph.D., LADC, author of Global Criteria: The 12 Core Functions of the Substance Abuse Counselor, and CEO of HerdmanHealth
"In What's the Big Deal About Addictions? Dr. Crist uses a conversational approach to addressing the epidemic of addiction facing our kids. Fear-based, consequence-driven interventions are often the go-to method despite evidence that other approaches are more effective. Dr. Crist provides reliable and factual information about effective approaches, arming teenagers, their families, and healthcare providers with the information they need to foster health and wellness in the lives of young people."--James M. Ryan, LCPC, VP of Clinical Services, Ashley Addiction Treatment