Marc Lewis
The Biology of Desire: why addiction is not a disease
- ISBN 13:
- 9781925228779
- author:
- Marc Lewis
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Scribe UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.8 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Popular Science, Human Biology, Marc Lewis,The Biology of Desire: why addiction is not a disease,Scribe UK,1925228770,Life Sciences: General,Health, Family & Lifestyle / Psychology, Psychiatry,Addiction & therapy,Behavioural theory
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Biology of Desire: Why Addiction is Not a Disease A neuroscientist's compelling case for a new approach to understanding and overcoming addiction. Addiction is often viewed as a brain disease, but cognitive neuroscientist Marc Lewis argues that this model can be an obstacle to healing. Drawing on the stories of five addicts, Lewis reveals how addiction arises from the brain's natural desire for pleasure and relief in a world that doesn't always cooperate. By understanding how brains restructure themselves in response to repeated rewards, Lewis shows why traditional treatment approaches often fail and offers a new path towards lasting recovery. With intimate human stories and clear scientific explanation, The Biology of Desire provides an enlightening and optimistic perspective on addiction.
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