Admission into detox was never a goal of mine.
I didn't ever aspire to become an alcoholic.
They were the people on benches or sitting in doorways with their cheap cans of lager or extra strength cider.
Not me.
It was never, ever supposed to be me...only it turns out that what I thought was irrelevant, because I became one anyway...
'This
book is a masterpiece - written with such simplicity, clarity and
kindness. And using the Rat Park analogy is a stroke of genius. It could
be life-changing for anyone going through recovery or any kind of
challenges' Matt Peacock MBE
*For help and practical advice to help stop drinking and cope with alcohol problems, look no further. Alcoholism, addiction and recovery.
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Denise Harrison takes Bruce Alexander's famous Rat Park experiments -
where rats rejected drugs when they had resources, community and
connection but became addicted in isolation - and turns the science into
a practical recovery guide that actually works. What sets this book
apart is Denise's lived experience. Having faced addiction and
homelessness herself before recovering, she writes with real
understanding. She discovered the Rat Park theory during treatment and
realised its truth: addiction is about isolation, not just substances.
The book is refreshingly practical, offering concrete tools for managing
triggers and cravings rather than just theory. Each chapter includes
exercises and tips written with genuine kindness - exactly what's needed
during tough moments. The core message? Build your own "Rat Park"
through meaningful connections. It's not just about stopping using; it's
about creating a life worth living. It's an invaluable resource for
anyone touched by addiction. - Adam Knight
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Full colour throughout with some diagrams and illustrations
ISBN-13
978-1-917061-63-6 (9781917061636)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Denise Harrison is a writer, blogger and podcaster borne out of her own personal experience of homelessness, addiction and poor mental health. Her work has been featured in publications such as The Big Issue, Metro, The Guardian and Happiful Magazine as well several not for profits. She is passionate about raising awareness and tackling stigma around addiction and mental health and recently wrote the film script for the award-winning film "This Is Depression".
She finished her full-length play "Pandora" during second lock- down, a dark, semi-autobiographical "unfairytale" which shines a light on homelessness and exploitation, and shows what really happens to pretty girls when they've got nothing left to sell... Her dream for 2025 is to bring "Pandora" to life, and the proceeds from this book will help to make this dream a reality.
Thank you so much for your support.
Introduction / The story of Rat Park
Chapter 1 - First things first...What's in your cage?
Chapter 2 - A few thoughts around detox and rehab
Chapter 3 - Finding yourself in temporary accommodation
Chapter 4 - Recovery Chess/Three golden rules for recovery
Chapter 5 - Tips to help you decompress
Chapter 6 - 90 meetings in 90 days and other recovery
Chapter 7 - A story for when you're feeling under
Chapter 8 - Some relapse prevention tips
Chapter 9 - Money and finance
Chapter 10 - Tips to improve your mental health
Chapter 11 - People and relationships
Chapter 12 - Re-discovering "You"
