Sobriety: A Graphic Novel
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| Rating | : | 4.26 (783 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 161649557X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 150 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-08-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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But their approaches to recovery are as diverse as their backgrounds. Now a college freshman, her rebellious side has taken over, her grades are suffering, and she also struggles with bulimia.The fact that they are all seeking help for addiction is the one thing that ties them together. Alex is a Londoner of African descent, gay and an atheist who decided to go to treatment in the States when his Ecstasy and heroin addictions landed him in the hospital. He’s deeply lonely but has developed a tough outer shell for protection. Debby, a single mother in her twenties, is on her third round of treatment. Gold Winner of the Mi
Anyone who likes graphic novels will be engrossed in Sobriety's drawings, storyline, dramatic tension" - iPad Latest"I need several copies of this book! I loved it. "Sobriety shows the power of community in helping addicts and alcoholics heal." -- Martha Rosenberg, Award Winning Author, Huff Post Books"The graphic novel does an amazing job of stressing the similarities of the characters and downplaying their differences, which holds in line
Jake Olson said Taught me more than I would have guessed. I really enjoyed this book and thought that the graphic novel approach was a perfect way to deliver its content. What it does, in essence, is introduce the 1"Taught me more than I would have guessed" according to Jake Olson. I really enjoyed this book and thought that the graphic novel approach was a perfect way to deliver its content. What it does, in essence, is introduce the 12 step approach to recovering from addiction. In any other format, this might be boring or tedious, but in Sobriety: A Graphic Novel, we instead are allowed to eavesdrop on a conversation between group members at a m. step approach to recovering from addiction. In any other format, this might be boring or tedious, but in Sobriety: A Graphic Novel, we instead are allowed to eavesdrop on a conversation between group members at a m. This is an excellent read. It illustrates the welcomeness and inclusiveness of Meg Castle This is an excellent read. It illustrates the welcomeness and inclusiveness of Twelve Step programs while providing an introduction to those steps. It even speaks to the issues that some have with the Higher Power concept. It speaks to the support and wisdom one finds in Twelve Step groups and the healing power of their members. It's a truly good introduction for those s. A fantastic story and illustration of addiction recovery! Patrick Jensen An interesting and powerful spin on the journey of recovery from drug and alcohol addiction! A great read which grabs the attention of audiences, both young and old!!