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When Someone in the Family Drinks Too Much
Richard C. Langsen - Dial; 1st edition
Format: Hardcover
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In this easy-to-understand book for young children, Richard Langsen writes about one of the nation's most debilitating diseases. Nicole Rubel's illustrations add subtle huimor to help ease fears that children might have about this illness. Here is a book that will help young readers... |
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Helping a Friend With a Drug Problem (How Can I Help? Friends Helping Friends)
Precious McKenzie - Rosen Young Adult
Format: December 30
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Even more so than family, friends are able to influence each others recovery from drug addiction, but to do so requires a thorough understanding of the situation. Readers will learn the signs of abuse for various drugs, along with reasons for abuse, how to confront the friend, and how to encourage... |
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Helping a Friend with an Alcohol Problem
Jennifer Landau - Rosen Publishing Group
Format: Library Binding
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A 2014 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration showed that 8.7 million youths ages twelve to twenty reported drinking alcohol beyond just a few sips in the previous month. Those who start drinking before age fifteen are five times more likely to become dependent... |
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Daddy Goes to Meetings
Johanna O'Flaherty - Central Recovery Press
Format: Hardcover
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Kids who have lived with the chaos of addiction are often relieved, but just as often confused, when a parent enters recovery. This enlightening picture book explores the positive change in a family's life after Daddy enters recovery with a surprisingly light touch for a tough subject.... |
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Wishes and Worries: Coping with a Parent Who Drinks Too Much Alcohol
Lars Rudebjer - Tundra Books
Format: Hardcover
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Children of parents who drink too much alcohol are affected in many ways. They may experience anger, fear, confusion, and guilt. This reassuring book, written by professionals, offers information in the form of a story about one family’s struggle. When Dad’s drinking ruins a birthday... |
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My Brother Is Not a Monster: A Story of Addiction and Recovery
Lee S Varon - Rachlee Books
Format: Paperback
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I miss the old Joey." Sophia's older brother Joey has changed. Sophia is confused and angry when he begins acting differently - missing family events, staying out late, and even stealing money from her piggy bank. And Sophia is scared when she finds Joey passed out in his room... |
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All the Pieces: When a Loved One Dies From Substance Use
Hallie Riggs MSW LICSW - Magination Press
Format: Hardcover
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A picture book to help children understand the loss of a loved one to drug overdose. . Often, children who lose a loved one to overdose are not truthfully told what happened to the person who died, because of the stigma associated with this type of death. They often assume that the death... |
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