The Craving Brain: A bold new approach to breaking free from *drug addiction *overeating *alcoholism *gambling
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.26 (579 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0060928999 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 304 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-10-28 |
| Language | : | English |
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Jaime R. Carlo Casellas said Insight into mindfulness and addictive behavior. In addition to reviewing the neurochemical, environmental and genetic mechanisms of addiction, Dr. Ruden phenomenally explains the role that chronic, inescapable stress contributes to addictive behavior. I cannot recommend the book highly enough to healthcare professionals and the addicted intere. "A good discussion of the role of serotonin in addiction." according to Judith E. Pearson, Ph.D.. The authors take the position that addiction is not a matter of willpower or morality, but it is due to a neuro-chemical imbalance in the brain: mainly low levels of serotonin. This book presents a good way to understand the chemical components of addiction and the authors do a good job of explai. LAUNA STOUT- Children'sBooks.BellaOnline said Break free from addictions. This was a textbook for an online class about working with people in rehabilitation. It clearly helps to set up the understanding of unstoppable cravings. Not just addictions to drugs, but also other addictions that are more socially acceptable. It explains addictive behavior and how the biology
Rather, they lie in a complex chain reaction that originates in an ancient survival mechanism in the brain. Ronald Ruden asserts that the roots of addiction most defintetly do not lie in our character. This revolutionary book will bring hope to millions of people who suffer from a wide range of addictions, from gambling and alcohol to drugs and food.. Ruden outlines his remarkable successful treatment program which he believes can cure this problem.The Craving Brain offers crucial insights into the world of addiction. When this system is inappropriately activated, it drives the body to crave, sometimes with addictive behavior as the end result. Where do the roots of addictive behavior lie -- in our genes or in our environment, in our chemistry or in our character? In the Craving Brain, Dr. In clear, straightforward language, Dr
Those seeking biobalance must work hard at emphasizing what is positive, right, and good in their personalities and actions, and Ruden, although he says this is not a self-help book, offers suggestions for moving along the path to biobalance and appends 60 pages of annotated references to the key scientific literature supporting his arguments."-- "Booklist"Dr. This will provide the impetus for study and investigation for years to come."-- David M. Ruden has managed to articulate a simple and elegant model that explains far-reaching aspects of human behavior, most notably the devastating problem of addiction. McDowell, M.D., New York State Psychiatric Institute, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons"Ruden, medical director of the Biobalance Center of New York, unveils a new theory of addiction, explaining the physic
. Ronald A. Harvard-trained, he is that rare breed of clinician-scientist whose research is conducted with real patients, from his private office. Ruden, M.D., Ph.D., is a leader in the field of medicine