Freedom or Imprisonment
The Relationship Between Self, People and Drugs
Published on 4. April 2022
Book
Paperback/Softback
102 pages
978-1-78963-252-1 (ISBN)
Description
Paul Bonham explores the foundations for relationships between people and drugs. His background as a drugs counsellor in prison and his experience working with young people in schools, on the streets and in clubs, has provided him with a unique insight and knowledge of the subject.
From the outset, Paul explains that the term drug can be applied to any substance - whether illegal or legal - or an activity, such as gambling or drinking, that alters an individual's mindset. The approach he adopts in his workshops, which form the basis of this book, is to consider all aspects of building relationships in order to gain an understanding of the psychological and social issues surrounding addiction.
Looking at the different interactions between people and various types of drugs, he examines how relationships develop and should be managed; the impact on the 'self'; and ways of safeguarding the individuals concerned. Chapters focus on subjects including; how people are shaped by their environments; relationships and how they define your identity; mental health; the family; peer pressure; the personalisation of drugs; and the impact of social media.
The inclusion of workshop dramas, shared experiences and structured questions broadens the discussion, invites contrasting perspectives and prompts debate on this challenging issue.
From the outset, Paul explains that the term drug can be applied to any substance - whether illegal or legal - or an activity, such as gambling or drinking, that alters an individual's mindset. The approach he adopts in his workshops, which form the basis of this book, is to consider all aspects of building relationships in order to gain an understanding of the psychological and social issues surrounding addiction.
Looking at the different interactions between people and various types of drugs, he examines how relationships develop and should be managed; the impact on the 'self'; and ways of safeguarding the individuals concerned. Chapters focus on subjects including; how people are shaped by their environments; relationships and how they define your identity; mental health; the family; peer pressure; the personalisation of drugs; and the impact of social media.
The inclusion of workshop dramas, shared experiences and structured questions broadens the discussion, invites contrasting perspectives and prompts debate on this challenging issue.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Gloucester
United Kingdom
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 5 mm
Weight
145 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78963-252-1 (9781789632521)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
Paul Bonham has been a keen observer of people and the relationships that have shaped their lives for a number of years. Having worked in the area of drug support within the prison system, secondary education and youth work, he has developed an understanding of the varied interactions that impact on the person.
Through his facilitation of groups, he has explored features of relationships between each of us and the drugs (substance and activity) that we choose. He has introduced the aspect of the active drug within the relationship and how, listening to the other creates an understanding of how to manage oneself.
Paul promotes the importance of observing relationships from the perspectives that we all maintain in our everyday lives with influences such as social media. He shares his personal experiences and seeks to share his ideas on self-care and preservation of balanced mental health in a complicated world.
Through his facilitation of groups, he has explored features of relationships between each of us and the drugs (substance and activity) that we choose. He has introduced the aspect of the active drug within the relationship and how, listening to the other creates an understanding of how to manage oneself.
Paul promotes the importance of observing relationships from the perspectives that we all maintain in our everyday lives with influences such as social media. He shares his personal experiences and seeks to share his ideas on self-care and preservation of balanced mental health in a complicated world.
Content
Preface; Introduction; Chapter One We are Relational; Chapter Two Getting Personal With .. .; Chapter Three Person, Drug or .. .; Chapter Four Imprisoned?; Chapter Five Friend at the Bar; Chapter Six Resident or Visitor?; Chapter Seven Role Model; Chapter Eight Relationships: The Family Space; Chapter Nine Relationships: The Mental-Health Perspective; Chapter Ten The Self: Where my Pathway Leads; Chapter Eleven Conclusions; Bonus Chapter Fight, Flight or Film it; Glossary;