Overcoming Crystal Meth Addiction: An Essential Guide to Getting Clean

by Steven J. Lee MD

In Overcoming Crystal Methamphetamine Addiction, one of the few books to address the topic for a general audience, Dr. Steven Lee, MD, a psychiatrist who specializes in crystal meth addiction, offers a complete guide to the drug, its effects, and how to overcome it. Based on extensive scientific and social research and drawing from his professional experience, he covers everything from the definition and history of crystal meth to the physical and psychological effects; from dealing with the addictive personality to helping a friend or family member cope with it. He focuses on understanding rather than outright condemnation of the drug, and empathetically covers all of the crucial questions: What is crystal meth? How is it made? How does it affect the body? How do you know if you're addicted to it? How do you stop using it? What if you don't want to stop? If you are going to use CM anyway, how can you minimize the damage? What if you quit but slipped and used again?

Genres: Addiction

304 pages, Paperback

First published September 3, 2006

Reviews

[Jesse Chevrier · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good overview of methamphetamine addiction (physiology, treatments, therapies) for those struggling with current or previous use, as well their friends and family. It also provides basic introductory concepts for clinicians - but may be somewhat simplistic for those with more addictions experience. Well covered overall and easy to read!

[Jade · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this about 10 years ago when I was getting clean. It was informative and concise, but also empathetic. It was helpful.

[Tom · Rating 3 out of 5]

So far, so good.

[Janou E · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a good primer for clinicians looking to learn more about the specifics of crystal meth addiction and the populations most affected by the drug.