The Addictive Personality: Understanding the Addictive Process and Compulsive Behavior
by Nakken, Craig
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- Paperback
- Condition
- Very good. Highlighting/underlin
- ISBN 10
- 1568381298
- ISBN 13
- 9781568381299
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Synopsis
For nearly a decade, The Addictive Personality has helped people understand the process of addiction. Now, through this second edition, author Craig Nakken brings new depth and dimension to our understanding of how an individual becomes an addict. Going beyond the definition that limits dependency to the realm of alcohol and other drugs, Nakken uncovers the common denominator of all addiction and describes how the process is progressive.Through research and practical experience, Nakken sheds new light on:* Genetic factors tied to addiction* Cultural influences on addictive behaviors* The progressive nature of the disease* Steps to a successful recoveryThe author examines how addictions start, how society pushes people toward addiction, and what happens inside those who become addicted. This new edition will help anyone seeking a better understanding of the addictive process and its impact on our lives.
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- Bookseller
- MVE Inc. (US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- Alibris_0014136
- Title
- The Addictive Personality: Understanding the Addictive Process and Compulsive Behavior
- Author
- Nakken, Craig
- Format/Binding
- Trade paperback
- Book Condition
- Used - Very good. Highlighting/underlin
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 2nd Revised ed
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 1568381298
- ISBN 13
- 9781568381299
- Publisher
- Hazelden Publishing & Educational Services
- Place of Publication
- U.s.a.
- Date Published
- 1996
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- Trade Paperback
- Used to indicate any paperback book that is larger than a mass-market paperback and is often more similar in size to a hardcover...