The narrative explores the journey of Mimi, who grapples with denial about her addiction while in rehab, believing she may have caused harm during a blackout. Through interactions with therapists and peers, she confronts her reality and the complexities of addiction. The book not only chronicles her transformation from denial to recovery but also serves as an informative manual, offering insights into overcoming addiction and changing perceptions about mental health. Blending humor and hope, it highlights the possibility of healing and personal growth.
Sarina Wheatman Boeken
Voortbouwend op een carrière van dertig jaar als verslavingstherapeut in het Verenigd Koninkrijk, Nederland en Jersey, brengt deze auteur een schat aan praktijkervaring in haar schrijven. Na zelf langdurige nuchterheid te hebben bereikt door de methoden die ze voorstaat, wil ze 'percepties veranderen, één boek per keer'. Haar werk komt voort uit een diepe verbazing over hoe weinig verslaving wordt begrepen, met name het maatschappelijke stigma dat mensen ervan weerhoudt hulp te zoeken. Ze streeft ernaar bij te dragen aan het veranderen van de grimmige statistieken van verslavingsgerelateerde sterfgevallen, en beschouwt dit als een geestelijke gezondheidsramp die een nieuwe benadering behoeft.




Focusing on the theme of hope, this book explores the struggles and triumphs of individuals dealing with addictions. It delves into their journeys, highlighting the challenges they face and the resilience they demonstrate in overcoming obstacles. Through personal stories and insights, the narrative aims to inspire readers and foster understanding about the complexities of addiction and recovery.
Communication and Connection (AKA - Relapse Prevention)
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Exploring the complexities of addiction, the narrative delves into the lives of individuals grappling with alcoholism, drug dependency, and gambling. It examines the cycle of destructive behavior and the struggle for forgiveness, questioning whether these actions stem from selfishness or deeper issues. The book challenges the reader to consider the nuances of compassion and the difficulty of simply saying no, highlighting the emotional turmoil faced by both the afflicted and those around them.
Twisted Wires refers to the crazy mixed up world of addiction. Twisted thinking and behaviour and attitudes abound about this subject. Surely in this day and age we could have a more cohesive attitude about it all? If this were to happen, maybe, just maybe we could have a better way of treating the problem, or detecting it before it became a problem. You have to agree the statistics about this disease are devastating, to live with it or to love someone who has it is the most perplexing thing ever. Addicts are the modern day lepers of society. Shunned, despised and most definitely misunderstood.