Ann Dowsett Johnston
Drink: The Deadly Relationship Between Women and Alcohol
- ISBN 13:
- 9780007503582
- author:
- Ann Dowsett Johnston
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Fourth Estate
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 13.5 x 2.2 x 19.7 cm
- Genre:
- Health, Family & Lifestyle, Health Issues, Addictions
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Drink: The Deadly Relationship Between Women and Alcohol is a groundbreaking examination of the rising epidemic of risky drinking among women and girls. Award-winning journalist Ann Dowsett Johnston combines in-depth research with her own personal story of recovery to shed light on this alarming trend.
The author explores the psychological, social, and industry factors that have contributed to the rise in binge drinking and its long-lasting impact on our society and individual lives. With a focus on the ways in which corporations are targeting women's dollars and leisure time, Johnston also shares her own moving story of struggle with alcohol abuse.
This book is a worthwhile read for anyone looking to understand the complex issues surrounding women's relationship with alcohol and its effects on their health and wellbeing.