The Psychology of Addiction - The Psychology of Everything

When does a harmless habit become an addition? Why do only some of us get addicted? What can make recovery possible? The Psychology of Addiction is a fascinating introduction to the psychological issues surrounding addiction and the impact they have on social policy, recovery and an addict's everyday life. The book focuses on drug and alcohol addiction and tackles topics such as whether drug use always leads to addiction and the importance of social networks to recovery. It also looks at how people can become addicted to activities like gambling, gaming and sex. In a society that still stigmatises addiction The Psychology of Addiction emphasises the importance of compassion, and provides a sensitive insight to anyone with experience of addiction.

ISBN:	9781138207288
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Imprint:	Routledge
Published date:	15 Mar 2018
DEWEY:	616.85227
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	128
Weight:	160g
Height:	196mm
Width:	130mm
Spine width:	8mm

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