"Addictions are complex and there are no resources to easily understand what help is available and how to access it...until now. Mr. Capriola's book and workbook make the problem of substance use disorders understandable, in plain language. Parents are provided a clear plan to assess if their adolescent is struggling with substance or process use disorders and how to move forward. I strongly recommend this book and its accompanying workbook to anyone close to adolescents (or adults) who struggle with substance use disorders."
Having a child struggling with addiction leaves a parent feeling desperate and helpless. The Addicted Child presents a great deal of information in a way that is concise and understandable, arming parents with the information they need to be able to support and guide their child through the recovery process. Rick's dedication to education and addiction counseling have produced a valuable resource for parents.
"This book hooks you right from the acknowledgment. Any parent would benefit from this book.
"In this pragmatic and accessible text Rick Capriola has distilled the wisdom he accrued from decades of experience on the frontlines of substance abuse treatment. He provides a valuable resource to all parents attempting to find their bearings in the often confusing and frightening world of intertwined adolescent psychological and substance use problelms."
"This book may save your child's life. The Addicted Child, by Richard Capriola, is the first key parents will want to use to unlock the mystery of substance addiction. A parent or helping professional will have this book as a trust reference at their fingertips; and the book's brevity will help searchers find information quickly.