Different Like Me: A Book for Teens Who Worry About Their Parent's Use of Alcohol/Drugs
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Book Description
Written specifically for teen, this book looks at life with parents who abuse alcohol and/or other drugs. The authors begin by explaining just what chemical dependence is and its effects. They make it clear that people who abuse alcohol or other drugs have the disease of chemical dependence; that it's not a teen's fault that his or her parens are sick; and that feelings of guilt, confusion, and fear are common in this situation. Practical suggestions, sound advice,and solid resources let teens know that they are not alone and point the way to feeling better about their families and themselves.
Card catalog description
Suggestions and advice for teens with alcohol or drug dependent parents.
Different Like Me: A Book for Teens Who Worry About Their Parent's Use of Alcohol/Drugs,Evelyn Leite,Pamela Espeland,Johnson Institute/Hazelden,093590834X,Alcoholics,Alcoholism,Child Care/Parenting,Children of alcoholics,Children's 12-Up - Recovery,Children's Books/Young Adult Misc. Nonfiction,Family & Relationships,Family - Parents,Family relationships,Juvenile literature,Parenting - Child Rearing,Social Issues - Drugs, Alcohol, & Substance Abuse,Addiction: social aspects,Personal awareness: family, relationship & social issues,Smoking, alcohol, drugs & substance abuse
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