Drugproof Kids: The Ultimate Prevention Handbook for Parents to Protect Children from Addictions [Paperback]

Jr., Frank Simonelli (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2004

Now, for the first time, an experienced addiction counselor and concerned parent reveals that the best parenting and drug prevention wisdom available anywhere exists in the re-parenting and relapse prevention strategies of 12-step recovery groups. Because for recovering alcoholics and addicts, ongoing prevention is a matter of life and death. Packed with 77 principles every parent should know, including insights from cognitive psychotherapy and the very latest research, parents will discover the immediate power they have to protect their kids from developing a wide range of debilitating addictions.

Editorial Reviews

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"Applying the principles proven effective in the treatment of addiction is a key part of the psychology of prevention." -- Patrick Bezdek, M.D., Child/Adolescent/Adult Psychiatrist & Addiction Specialist

"For parents worried about their kids using alcohol and drugs, this book works. Period." -- Karl Fleming, Sr. Editor, Newsweek

"I can recommend DRUGPROOF KIDS as INSURANCE against the high cost of a disease as insidious as addiction." -- Michael Fallon, Writer/Concerned Parent

"The work rings so true and deep that parents will feel empowered to help their kids." -- Simone Ravicz, Ph.D., Addiction Psychotherapist

"We know more about addiction than ever before, and Frank assembles the most actionable findings in this well-researched work." -- Jack Smith, Former Director, Audience Research, CBS News

About the Author

Frank Simonelli, Jr. is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (C.A.D.C./U.C.L.A. School of Public Health) with extensive developmental psychology, research, communications, public service, and family publishing experience.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 144 pages
• Publisher: Tre Publishing (April 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0974897833
• ISBN-13: 978-0974897837
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,227,583 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Terrific Resource for Parents, June 19, 2004

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"laconsumer" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Drugproof Kids: The Ultimate Prevention Handbook for Parents to Protect Children from Addictions (Paperback)

As a parent, I have an intense interest in making sure my two kids stay away from drug use. I saw this book advertised in a parenting magazine and thought it might have some tips I could use. The price was low enough to take the chance.

I think it's an absolutely a must-have. It's written in a "Five Minute Manager" sort of style, so you can pick out the problems and related solutions quickly. I've used three or four of the tips already -- so far, so good! It's easy to refer back to for a refresher. Highly recommended. It's definitely worth the small investment.

4.0 out of 5 stars Guide book for everyone, February 16, 2007

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J. Siri (Miami, Florida United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Drugproof Kids: The Ultimate Prevention Handbook for Parents to Protect Children from Addictions (Paperback)

This is a guide book, almost a dictionary for those interested in obtaining more information regarding drug prevention and drug use and how to deal with it.

It is an easy to read and follow book with understandable small chapters that answer your questions on drug abuse and prevention.

Even if there is not a problem at home with this issue, it should be read to hopefully prevent it from happening. The best thing is that it explains and also gives short examples so understanding is easier.

I will re-read it again and again to put its recommendations into practice at home.

4.0 out of 5 stars Dr Spock for the drug generation, June 20, 2004

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Michael T. Harges "Rev. UncleMike" (Santa Monica, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Drugproof Kids: The Ultimate Prevention Handbook for Parents to Protect Children from Addictions (Paperback)

Frank Simonelli has written the parent's handbook for preventing their kids from falling into the dark world of drugs. This is a book every parent should have and read.
Mr. Simonelli approaches the problem of drug abuse from the whole family approach. Stressing self-esteem and a positive approach to head off problems rather then a "scolding" too late reaction to a child's experimenting with drugs.