DETOXING

by Heather Pidcock-Reed

Relationships that are classified as toxic can make you feel bad about yourself. They can cause significant damage to your self-esteem and sense of self-worth. They can lead to anxiety and depression, and they can even cause post-traumatic stress syndrome. The most dangerous toxic relationships involve mental and physical abuse and even death to the target of such abuse. Detoxing from a Toxic Relationship is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Jacqueline Havelka

Alcohol abuse is a major problem throughout the world—causing depression and other mental health issues, physical illnesses, and even death to those who abuse this drug. This abuse also causes suffering for family members and other loved ones who seek to help the addict. Detoxing from Alcohol is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Jacqueline Havelka

The abuse of illegal drugs (especially opioids) and prescription drugs is on the rise in many countries throughout the world. This abuse causes mental and physical illness and the loss of careers and connections with friends and family. Drug abusers can also end up in prison or even dead as a result of an overdose. It’s estimated that more than 100,000 Americans died from drug overdoses between May 2020 and April 2021. This was the highest number ever recorded in a single year. Detoxing from Drugs is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Jacqueline Havelka

Problem gambling destroys lives. It causes mental health and physical issues, the loss of one’s job, estrangement from family and other loved ones, and financial devastation. The expansion of legalized sports gambling (especially on the internet) has further fueled gambling addiction. It’s estimated that monthly calls to gambling addiction help lines increased by 25 percent from 2018 to 2021. Detoxing from Gambling is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Jacqueline Havelka

Shopping addiction can be very damaging to one’s mental and physical health and one’s financial well-being. A study conducted by university researchers found that 58 percent of compulsive shoppers had large debts, 42 percent couldn’t make their debt payments, 8 percent had financial legal problems, and 8 percent had criminal legal problems. Detoxing from Shopping is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources

by Andrew Morkes

According to the Pew Research Center, 69 percent of adults and 81 percent of teens in the United States use social media. While social media can help people stay in touch with friends and family and stay up to date on the world, it also has a dark side. Studies show that people who abuse social media face an increased risk of anxiety, depression, and loss of self-esteem. Additionally, misinformation on social media can cause people to make poor decisions about health, political, and other issues. Detoxing from Social Media is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Heather Pidcock-Reed

While we need to eat to live, many people have unhealthy relationships with food—especially in regard to binge eating and consuming junk foods. In fact, it’s estimated that nearly 43 percent of adults aged 20 and over in the United States are obese. Many have chronic health condition such as hypertension, heart disease, lung disease, diabetes, or cancer. Unhealthy eating habits also cause mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and loss of self-esteem. Detoxing from Unhealthy Eating Habits is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.

by Andrew Morkes

Video games are an extremely popular form of entertainment. In fact, it’s estimated that 67 percent of American adults aged 18 and over play video games. But amidst the fun, there is a dark side to video gaming. Some people play so frequently that this activity becomes an addiction that causes both mental and physical health problems, as well as the loss of relationships, jobs, and money. Detoxing from Video Games is one of eight titles in the Detoxing From series. Each title spotlights a major addiction; discusses its negative physical and mental effects, as well as its effects on family and other loved ones; and provides an overview of treatment options for the addiction. Profiles of those who are battling addictions are provided to help readers understand that anyone can develop an addiction. Readers will learn that addictions can be overcome with the help of therapy, drug treatments, self-help groups, support family and friends, and other resources.