Alcoholism: The Facts

by Donald W. Goodwin

This book is aimed at those with alcohol problems and the people who share their lives. It examines the social, psychological, and medical aspects of alcohol problems.
The five years since publication of the second edition have seen the conclusion of the Project MATCH study - the largest ever research project on the treatment of alcoholism and problem drinking. This new edition has been updated throughout, with some sections expanded, and includes recent results from studies into genetic causes of alcoholism.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Mental Health

163 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2008

Reviews

[Sheri Fresonke Harper · Rating 4 out of 5]

Explains the basics of alcoholism and how it affects the body, treatment, how some alcoholics are genetically inclined to alcoholism, the likelihood of mental illness in conjunction with alcoholism, and programs like abstinence, AA, and positive reinforcing behaviors to correct negative thinking.

[Micaela Martinez · Rating 3 out of 5]

I learn that if someone are drinking has a lot of problems. in this book I can read that is no good idea to be in depresion if you are don't stat drinking try to find someone who you can talk. You can have better life if you are no alcoholic.

[Mike · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good information. It takes the position that alcoholism is not a disease, which is contrary to the common position held my many physicians (and the Mayo Clinic). Still a good source on the topic.

[Edward L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is, hands-down, the best and most up-to-date book about alcoholism I have read.