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The Addictoholic Deconstructed: An irreverently quick and dirty education by a doctor who says f*ck a lot
The Addictoholic Deconstructed takes a look at addiction from multiple perspectives. The disease process is explained in easily digestible science with the author's life experience, both professional and personal. The author is an addiction medicine physician as well as an addict in recovery. The disease of addiction is explained in a way that anyone can understand and bits and pieces from the author's memoir highlight the various aspects of her explanations.
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145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2019
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November 6, 2019
Page Turner!!!
This book is amazing! Dr. Labor has a way of simplifying such complex scientific information into easy to read, easy to understand ways. I cannot put it down! It’s not only informative and relevant, it’s also funny and enjoyable. The impact this book can have on society today is profound! I believe it should be a go-to book for anyone who has been impacted by addiction in any way! I am beyond impressed with the way the author was able to take such a heavy topic and make it light hearted, yet still very much to the point! You will not be disappointed with this book. Definitely a must read and a must share!
This book is amazing! Dr. Labor has a way of simplifying such complex scientific information into easy to read, easy to understand ways. I cannot put it down! It’s not only informative and relevant, it’s also funny and enjoyable. The impact this book can have on society today is profound! I believe it should be a go-to book for anyone who has been impacted by addiction in any way! I am beyond impressed with the way the author was able to take such a heavy topic and make it light hearted, yet still very much to the point! You will not be disappointed with this book. Definitely a must read and a must share!
November 7, 2019
Easy to read, understand and learn
This book is for everyone, whether you're a family member or someone with substance use disorder.
It's written in the voice of Dr Labor, Frank language as if you are listening to her speak. It's a refreshing perspective to have a doctor share her experience and her expertise.
You will definitely learn about the disease itself, how it affects multiple areas of the brain.
I highly recommend this. It's a quick read packed with info to give you better understanding.
This book is for everyone, whether you're a family member or someone with substance use disorder.
It's written in the voice of Dr Labor, Frank language as if you are listening to her speak. It's a refreshing perspective to have a doctor share her experience and her expertise.
You will definitely learn about the disease itself, how it affects multiple areas of the brain.
I highly recommend this. It's a quick read packed with info to give you better understanding.
November 5, 2019
This is a fantastic book for anyone who wants to understand addiction better. Dr. Labor breaks down the science to a cellular level while still keeping it easy to understand and, at times, funny. I have used her YouTube video for years to teach my students in Mental Health Nursing. This book is a more in depth explanation and also goes on to explain the treatments used. I highly recommend this book to anyone wanting to learn more.
February 14, 2021
Easy to read, straight forward, honest with many good takeaways that do not come across as preachy or holier than thou.
November 4, 2019
I absolutely loved this book! I truely find the study of addiction fascinating. I'm in recovery myself. This book hands down the best piece of literature I have read explaining addiction, And the only peice that talks about every aspect! Cause addiction isn't just about the drug use! The way she not only talked about every aspect but how she related it to her own recovery has most definitely helped me with mine! Thank you!
November 11, 2019
I just finished this amazing book! I wish I’d known all she has taught here while my son was still alive. Had I only understood what he was going through!
This isn’t just a book by some intelligent doctor trying to explain addiction in terms we can comprehend; this is a book by someone who has actually walked through the fire herself. She has an amazing talent for bringing us to a level of understanding to comprehend exactly what we need in order to grasp the inner workings of addiction. Her writing style is fun, and very easy to follow while also getting her point across loud & clear.
In the past, when I’ve needed someone to understand addiction, and how we got here in this mess, I always recommended the book Dreamland by Sam Quinones, and Dr Labor’s Kent State Recovery Rocks video. I will now be adding this book to the list. Great read!
This isn’t just a book by some intelligent doctor trying to explain addiction in terms we can comprehend; this is a book by someone who has actually walked through the fire herself. She has an amazing talent for bringing us to a level of understanding to comprehend exactly what we need in order to grasp the inner workings of addiction. Her writing style is fun, and very easy to follow while also getting her point across loud & clear.
In the past, when I’ve needed someone to understand addiction, and how we got here in this mess, I always recommended the book Dreamland by Sam Quinones, and Dr Labor’s Kent State Recovery Rocks video. I will now be adding this book to the list. Great read!
November 3, 2020
Suffering from addiction? Unable to cope with life's burdens and desperately want to break free? Then this book by a medical doctor, who once was an addict herself is your lifeline. “A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way” is John C Maxwell's famous quote. Someone modified it to “A good example is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” The author, Dr. Nicole went the way, knows it, and now leads sufferers out by showing the way. Don't delay or hesitate: read this book and follow her advice today to fight your way out of addiction. NOTE: This book is for addicts of all kinds i.e., drug, substance, and behavioral addicts.
November 30, 2020
This is a solid read for anyone coming to terms with a loved one's addiction. As a past addict and current treatment professional, Dr. Labor offers a unique insight into the whole process. I'm training to be a substance abuse counselor myself, and the way she simplified some of these concepts made me cringe (thus 4 stars instead of 5)... but this book isn't meant for professionals. It's meant for laypeople who are struggling to understand this disease. Through the course of the novel, Dr. Labor employs curse words, anecdotes, similes, and a few other literary devices to make the whole thing feel more accessible. I think she succeeds in doing just that.
December 19, 2019
This is probably one of the best books I have ever read on the subject of “why” someone biologically or mentally becomes addicted to any substance. Since starting to read it, I have bought copies for two addicts in my life, as well as for others in my family. Dr. Labor’s explanations are relatable and straight forward~ and fun to read! And that says everything, because if anyone can take a book on addiction and make it enjoyable and fun, that’s a miracle in and of itself.
December 24, 2019
Fantastic book. Very clear writing on an important subject. The authors points are direct and understandable. Hum our that is actually funny and something I never thought I would say this about a book. Compassionate. Addicts. There loved ones should read this book as a starter to what life is about to hand you. People in the business should read this for a refresher. The most interesting point is on addiction as a disease. Great stuff. To add always drink water. Ha
April 27, 2020
If you truly want a quick and dirty addiction education...this is it. I've heard her speak and it is wonderful. I read this book as a mental health and addiction professional, and definitely still learned things, especially ways to explain things to clients without using jargon. All around, Dr. Labor is amazing, and this book is amazing. If you have someone in your life who needs help understanding addiction, ask them to read this book.
July 29, 2025
Read this for Work,
Love the footnotes, would actually like citations to verify sources though, because a lot of questionable information appears and i fact checked and found contradictory answers….so the credibility on certain topics is lax. i do like the style of the writing though! made it easier to follow and understand for a topic i didn’t willingly take interest in! but im still glad i read it! perspective is a wonderful thing!
Love the footnotes, would actually like citations to verify sources though, because a lot of questionable information appears and i fact checked and found contradictory answers….so the credibility on certain topics is lax. i do like the style of the writing though! made it easier to follow and understand for a topic i didn’t willingly take interest in! but im still glad i read it! perspective is a wonderful thing!
November 5, 2019
This book is so interesting. Written in such a way that everyone can understand. It seems that everyone has a connection to an addict anymore. This book breaks information down and makes it an easy read. I love that Dr Labor is real explaining personal experience and a profound knowledge of medicine and addiction. Thank you for making use laugh and learn about a complex problem ! Great read!
November 6, 2019
A great read for those that want to understand more about addicts and addiction. Presented in easy to understand terms - not too science-y as the author herself would say! Dr. Labor is honest with her own history of addiction and doesn’t mince words when talking about it. Highly recommend for those family and friends whose loved one just can’t/won’t stop.
November 8, 2019
Dr. Nicole Labor provides an understandable, no-nonsense clarification of addiction based on science, personal experience and working with people directly affected. Dr. Labor breaks it all down to an easy read that is like a one-on-one conversation. Love her humor, honesty and efforts to help erase the stigma of addiction. I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND this book to addicts, families, friends - everyone.
November 11, 2019
An excellent read for anyone who has dealt with or has interest in addiction. Dr. Labor breaks it down into a simple and easy understanding that is fitting for all levels. She intertwines personal insight with science and spicing the book with her humor as well. I highly recommend this and can say without a doubt you will be happy you gave it the chance.
February 23, 2020
This book is smart, funny as hell and a must for addicts AND their families. It explains in great detail what goes on in an addicts brain and why they do some of the insane things they do. Dr. Labor has written a gem that will make you laugh, cry and most of all begin to understand and heal. Buy this book and put it on the coffee table for everyone in the family to read.
July 13, 2020
Awesome read
This book was amazing and hilarious and very relatable to everyone's life. And if you're suffering and want a distraction I think it's worth it for that alone... and I think you'll be nicely educated on at least one useful thing for your life no matter what. And who doesn't love doctors that curse?!?!?
This book was amazing and hilarious and very relatable to everyone's life. And if you're suffering and want a distraction I think it's worth it for that alone... and I think you'll be nicely educated on at least one useful thing for your life no matter what. And who doesn't love doctors that curse?!?!?
May 29, 2022
Un libro fantástico sobre la adicción.
Breve, con un humor salvaje y muy didáctico
Para personas que no saben de qué va eso de la adicción y por qué no es algo que uno pueda dejar cuando quiere.
La doctora Labor explica en qué consiste, las bases biológicas y genéticas, los efectos de cada sustancia, el proceso de recuperación...
Muy recomendable
Breve, con un humor salvaje y muy didáctico
Para personas que no saben de qué va eso de la adicción y por qué no es algo que uno pueda dejar cuando quiere.
La doctora Labor explica en qué consiste, las bases biológicas y genéticas, los efectos de cada sustancia, el proceso de recuperación...
Muy recomendable
November 9, 2019
Real talk!
If you ever wondered what addicts are thinking or why they do what they do..this is the book for you. The behaviors of an addict are well explained as is the thought process that kept many addicts in active addiction. Each addict has a way out-this book shows this.
If you ever wondered what addicts are thinking or why they do what they do..this is the book for you. The behaviors of an addict are well explained as is the thought process that kept many addicts in active addiction. Each addict has a way out-this book shows this.
December 20, 2019
Great POV
For me, who's also an addict in recovery and a doctor, was like reading bits and pueces of my own experience. Refreshing to read a book about addictions that's not centered in God and NA
For me, who's also an addict in recovery and a doctor, was like reading bits and pueces of my own experience. Refreshing to read a book about addictions that's not centered in God and NA
June 28, 2022
Dr. Labor has written a remarkable book. A must read. You will not believe the things you will learn about addiction. And the best part?? You will understand what you’ve learned. This book is written for everyone. Thank you, Dr. Labor.
November 4, 2019
Loved this book. Written by a doctor, but put into words that are easy for anyone to understand. Check it out. Great sense of humor.
March 26, 2022
Fun way to learn about addiction. Different perspective as it comes from a educated person who went through what most authors don’t- addiction recovery.
November 15, 2023
had some good points I had not realized; for instance why lying is so endemic and often times quite difficult to avoid doing for people with addiction
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