Beyond Addiction: How Science and Kindness Help People Change

Jeffrey Foote, PhD · Carrie Wilkens, Ph.D. · Nicole Kosanke, PhD · Stephanie Higgs

Aug 2014 · Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Randye Kaye

About this audiobook

Beyond Addiction eschews the theatrics of interventions and tough love to show family and friends how they can use kindness, positive reinforcement, and motivational and behavioral strategies to help their loved ones change. Drawing on forty collective years of research and decades of clinical experience, the authors present the best practical advice science has to offer. Delivered with warmth, optimism, and humor, Beyond Addiction defines a new, empowered role for friends and family and a paradigm shift for the field. Learn how to tap the transformative power of relationships for positive change, guided by exercises and examples. Practice what really works in therapy and in everyday life, and discover many different treatment options along with tips for navigating the system. And have hope: this guide is designed not only to help someone change but to help someone want to change.

Ratings and reviews

seems to be OK so far:)

About the author

Jeffrey Foote, PhD, is cofounder and executive director of the Center for Motivation & Change (CMC).

Carrie Wilkens, PhD, is cofounder and clinical director of the CMC.

Nicole Kosanke, PhD, is director of evaluation and family services at CMC.

Stephanie Higgs is an editor and writer who is dedicated to bridging the gap between helpful ideas and people who could use the help.

Randye Kaye is an accomplished voice talent, actress, singer, broadcaster, and author. She received a Listen-Up Award nomination and starred reviews for Ben Behind His Voices, which she also wrote, bringing together the various facets of her career.