Substance dependence and treatment are the focus of this new addition to the Teens in Treatment series (see review of The Warning Signs of Addiction in VL-9/18). Looking at the consequences of drug use—including criminal charges and physical effects ("the sick part of my brain tells me that I can control something when I can’t"), Life Beyond Getting High examines the causes of drug or alcohol addiction (such as anxiety or panic attacks and family or peer group behaviors), various types of treatment, and multi-systematic therapies that are available. Also touched on are healthy coping skills as well as acknowledging that relapse can still be part of the eventual path to success. Several addicts and professionals (none of whom are named) offer comments on rising above this "cycle of pain." A cautionary program that could inspire someone to get needed help, this is recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Williams-Wood)
Life Beyond Getting High: Rehab
(2017) 30 min. DVD: $64.95. DRA. TMW Media Group. PPR. Closed captioned. Volume 33, Issue 6
Life Beyond Getting High: Rehab
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