Not My Child: A Progressive and Proactive Approach for Healing Addicted Teenagers and Their Families - Hardcover

Lawlis, Dr Frank

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1401942091 ISBN 13: 9781401942090

Publisher: Hay House Inc, 2013

Synopsis

Not My Child is an insightful, compassionate and encouraging guide for families dealing with an addicted teen or child at risk of becoming addicted to alcohol or drugs. Psychologist and rehabilitation specialist Dr Frank Lawlis, chairman of the Dr. Phil advisory board and consultant and frequent guest on the television show, offers:

· Expert advice on detecting and understanding teen addiction
· Information from the latest neuroscience research on the impact addiction has on the teen brain
· Guidance, based on years of clinical experience, on what parents can do to help their child deal with depression, obsessive cravings and relationships damaged by the addiction

This thoughtful and groundbreaking book details sound medical treatments, as well as alternative and spiritual methods for addressing a societal problem that has reached epidemic levels.

About this title

About the Author

Dr Frank Lawlis has focused on clinical and research methods exploring the mind-body relationship since 1968, when he received his PhD in psychology with an emphasis in medical psychology and rehabilitation. He is board-certified in both counselling psychology and clinical psychology and is the recipient of numerous awards for his pioneering research in these fields.

Dr Lawlis co-founded the Lawlis Peavey PsychoNeuroPlasticity Center in Lewisville, Texas, and is currently also Director of Psychological and Neurological Plasticity Programs at the Origins Recovery Centers in South Padre Island, Texas. The principal content and oversight advisor of the Dr. Phil show, he makes regular TV appearances and has authored or co-authored more than 100 articles in peer-reviewed journals, as well as numerous books, including Mending the Broken Bond, Retraining the Brain and PTSD Breakthrough. www.franklawlis.com

From the Back Cover

“My program involving family and home treatment is a strong and effective approach. This book will serve as a manual for parents and others dealing with an addicted loved one in the preteen and teenage years. Consider your involvement in this program an investment in your child’s health and well-being and in the future of your family.

“I will offer you an action plan so that you can apply this innovative approach in the real world. The process will require a concerted effort, some prayer, and a lot of love, as well as ample doses of tough love, common sense, and a willingness to face the consequences. You can love your child and hate the addiction that has tortured your relationship. . . .

“While this book offers no magic cure for the typical teen torment most parents encounter, I will offer specific and proven advice for the parent dealing with a preteen, teen, or young adult who has become addicted to drugs or alcohol. I assure you, without hesitation, that you can get through this trying and sometimes heart-wrenching challenge. The experience may even teach you something valuable about yourself, your child, and the power of unconditional love.”

 

— Dr. Frank Lawlis

Edition details

• Publisher: Hay House Inc
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1401942091
• ISBN 13: 9781401942090
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 777