Beyond The Yellow Brick Road: Revised [Audio CD]

Bob Meehan (Author), Performed by Clint Stonebraker (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 9, 2007

The revised version of Bob Meehan's classic combines the easy-to-read style of a born counselor with the street-level insights of a man who knows where he came from -- and where teenagers might contemplate going. In clear and direct language he talks to parents about what their kids are thinking; what parents can do to help the family get through the most difficult times when a child is using, whether experimentally or regularly; and, most importantly, why their kids try drugs in the first place. Never accusatory in tone, but never allowing any of us -- parents or teens -- to forget our responsibilities to ourselves and our families, Beyond the Yellow Brick Road presents a hands-on approach to drug intervention and rehabilitation which parents will find a comprehensive resource for raising kids in a hard world.

Editorial Reviews

Review

I have encountered only two people in my life who have the kind of charisma Bob does: Frank Sinatra and John F. Kennedy.... With no pressure, without the slightest hint of coercion, Bob Meehan gets young people to stop taking drugs. The book does two important things; first, it creates a sense of urgency. We have a very serious drug epidemic among our youth, yet people seem content to ignore it. Bob Meehan, speaking in the powerful voice of experience, explains the gravity of the problem, and tells us precisely why drugs are so dangerous. Second, this book offers solutions. I have read many books about drugs in the past few years, but I always put them down thinking, "Fine, but what can parents do when their children take drugs?" When I finished Beyond the Yellow Brick Road, I had answers. And so will you. I firmly believe this book will make a significant difference in a lot of people's lives. --Tim Conway

Every loving parent must read this book! If you have a child on drugs or you wish to prevent future disaster, this powerful classic can help you save your kid's life. --Og Mandino, Author

No one else I have ever met possesses Bob Meehan's understanding of adolescent drug abuse and how teenagers think and feel. This book lovingly explains that knowledge. Having a teenager using drugs and alcohol is one of the most difficult and heart-wrenching problems a parent can experience. This book offers understanding, support, and guidance. --Steven L. Jaffe, Professor of Psychiatry, Emory University School of Medicine

About the Author

Bob Meehan, considered the true "Father of Drug Intervention," has been involved in the field of recovery for the past 30 years, after 14 years of his own chemical abuse. He is 58 years old and has been married to the same woman for the last 30 years; their daughter, granddaughter, and son-in-law live next door to them in Arizona. His programs of "enthusiastic recovery," and programs modeled after this philosophy, have helped nearly 100,000 families recover from the devastation of teen chemical abuse. Additionally, he has opened six hospital units and three residential programs for recovery. His experience made it necessary for him to stop long enough from helping others to write Beyond The Yellow Brick Road, because there simply was nothing else available to assist people.

After helping tens of thousands of individuals recover from chemical addiction, Bob has come to the conclusion that the main element of an addictive personality stems from a lack of self worth. Having witnessed the same problems, but with a slight spin and a lowering of the bar, over the past three decades, Bob subsequently took the time to write Bumper Stickers. This, his second book, discusses how the mind, body, and spirit work in a positive conspiracy to help people stay focused and achieve their own goals.

In a world of spins and scams, Bob's approach is fresh and down to earth, because that is where he lives. His books do not beckon the reader to buy subsequent books or tapes; they are self-contained self-treatment programs written in a conversational tone that makes them remarkably accessible. Further, Bob's books don't merely highlight problems, they offer practical solutions.

Bob currently works as a consultant to corporations and other large organizations as a lecturer and helping them with their employee assistance programs. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Audio CD
• Publisher: Meek Publishing; First Edition AudioBook edition (October 9, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0970232721
• ISBN-13: 978-0970232724
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 6.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (84 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #503,611 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #29 in Books > Books on CD > Parenting & Families > Parenting

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34 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Bob Meehan distroys lives and breaks apart families, June 23, 2004

By 

Sharon Warren (Houston, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road: Revised (Paperback)

For over 24 years I have worked in the field of drug addiction as a counselor. I know Bob Meehan very well. I worked for one of Meehan's programs many years ago. I have seen him prey on the hopeless parents and twist the minds of vulnerable young people on drugs.

Today I am appalled by the things I have witnessed and been involved in. At the time of my involvement I started out a young, single mother hopelessly lost and on drugs. While the program helped me to get off drugs and start a new life I became a prisoner to the cult, bound by my own fear of loosing my new friends and life; of using drugs again if I went to another 12 step program, because they would not understand me.

Today I am happily married, I have raised 3 children of my own and I am a respected member of my community. All of these things go totally against what Meehan and his staff teach. I was told that I should leave my family and be a "winner" in the program. That my parents were not fit and they were my problem.

In a well founded 12 step program I have found true freedom from drugs, alcohol and the Meehan cult. I have a wonderful relationship with my parents now and I understand the importance of love and family.

If you are considering this book or putting your child in one of Meehan's program, please reconsider. There are some true professionals that can help you with your child or your drug problem.

There is a reason that he has been called the "Pied Piper"

33 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars From a former Meehan Staffer, March 31, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road: Revised (Paperback)

In the first four sentences of this book Meehan says, "I am a drug addict. I am an alcoholic. I am a burglar. I am a thief."

You now know everything you need to know about Bob Meehan.

I have met three kinds of people as related to Meehan:
1.) Those who don't know Meehan and therefore, have no opinion of him;
2.) Those who are in his programs and think he's the Messiah, and;
3.) Those who have escaped or been thrown out of his programs and HATE him for what he has done to them.

In the years since I escaped Meehan's hell, I have never found a single person--not even one--who, after having left the program, still believes this second rate con-artist has the answers.

If your working for Pathway, Crossroads, Insight, or Cornerstone, you may have been thinking about leaving for a long time. You may have realized that after all Meehan's years of "working with kids," no one from the old days is still around. Go ahead and leave. You'll lose all your friends in the program, but you'll be okay. You'll make new friends. You won't die. You won't be spiritually bankrupt. You'll no longer live in a state of dread. You can be free from your constant fear. Here's to your last Friday night Staff Purpose. Good luck.

Remember, In Meehan's groups...There are no volunteers--only victims

Can you guess who wrote this Bob?

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Careful, October 6, 2004

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TruthSeeker (The Real World) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beyond the Yellow Brick Road: Our Children and Drugs (Hardcover)

Check out www.ontheemmis.com for more information about Meehan and his books.

You will find the truth, just as others have.