Different Like Me: A Book for Teens Who Worry about Their Parents Use of Alcohol/Drugs [Paperback]

Evelyn Leite (Author), Pamela Espeland (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1989

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.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 13 and up
  
• Paperback: 110 pages
• Publisher: Johnson Institute/Hazelden (April 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 093590834X
• ISBN-13: 978-0935908343
• Product Dimensions: 7.6 x 5.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #763,291 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #58 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Personal Health > Teen Health > Drug & Alcohol Abuse

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, Accurate, Helpful, September 29, 2003

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Deanna Tiddle (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Different Like Me: A Book for Teens Who Worry about Their Parents Use of Alcohol/Drugs (Paperback)

I wish I'd had this book while I was growing up! I recommend it to young people as well as to their teachers and others who work with youngsters and need a better understanding of what children of alcoholic parents are going through. The poem on the dedication page is especially insightful. The author obviously has a thorough knowledge and understanding of this subject. Don't miss the eye-opening quiz at the beginning of the book! Sincerely, Deanna Hessedal Tiddle (author of "Hold On, Jessica, Don't Let Go," a novel about a child struggling to survive life in an alcoholic home)

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Children of Alcoholics, November 6, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Different Like Me: A Book for Teens Who Worry About Their Parents' Use of Alcohol/Drugs (Paperback)

This book is a wonderful resource for children of alcoholics or treatment professionals working with children of alcohohilcs. It is a deeply moving collection of letters, poems and facts.