The Other Son - One Family's Personal War on Drugs
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| Rating | : | 4.23 (755 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0977718719 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Read it cover to cover" according to Lagrimas Publishers (Consignment). []My first inclination was to skim this book enough to write a review. Instead I wound up reading it cover to cover--the story is that engaging. The book can be read on three levels. First, it is a story of a family devastated by one of its children sinking into the drug culture, with the anger, lying, secretiveness and mistrust that come out of that. The mother slowly watches her real son fading away, re. Great book for struggling parents This book is a wonderful resource for any parent who is struggling with an adolescent who is into all the wrong things. Dr. Pappas gives a unique perspective because she combines her own personal experiences with her son as well as professional insight as a psychologist. You get the thoughts and feelings of a "lay person" who is sensitive and reflective along with explanations from the perspective of a kn. Blondie said Excellent. This is the story of a wonderful and caring family and the progression of their son into the world of substance abuse. Having a 16 year old child of my own who has been in drug rehab and now seems is on the relapse path, I could not put this book down. There were so many incidents which I have been through almost as if the script were my own. It is always a good thing to understand that you are not alone
. Eva Pappas is a Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalyst who lives and practices in New York City. She is a facilitator of parent groups at the Family Association of Daytop, a trainer at enhancement workshops, and the Director of Education of the Daytop Family Association Board. Pappas' work includes treating families who develop anxieties over their drug influenced children. About the Author Dr. Dr
A compelling new book the inspiring true story of a family willing to wage a personal war on drugs and do whatever was necessary to save their sixteen year old son.
Dr. Pappas' work includes treating families who develop anxieties over their drug influenced children. She is a facilitator of parent groups at the Family Association of Daytop, a trainer at enhancement workshops, and the Director of Education of the Daytop Family Association Board. Dr. . Eva Pappas is a Clinical Psychologist and Psychoanalyst who lives and practices in New York City