The Addictive Personality
Published on 18. September 1996
Book
Paperback/Softback
144 pages
978-1-56838-129-9 (ISBN)
Description
This is the second edition of a work that aims to explore the processes of addiction. It examines how addiction starts, how society pushes people towards addiction, and what happens inside those who become addicted, examining topics such as genetic factors and addiction, cultural influences, the progressive nature of addiction and steps to a successful recovery. It may be of use to health practioners as well as those setting out on the road to recovery.
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Language
English
Place of publication
Center City
United States
Dimensions
Height: 213 mm
Width: 137 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
177 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-56838-129-9 (9781568381299)
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09/2009
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Previous edition
Book
04/1989
Hazelden Information & Educational Services
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Person
Craig Nakken, MSW, a certified chemical dependency practitioner, is a lecturer at the Rutgers School of Alcohol Studies and the Florida School of Addictions. A worker in the field of addictions for more than 25 years, Nakken has a private practice in St. Paul, Minnesota, and lectures nationally and internationally on topics related to addiction studies.