Title: A Must Read for Anyone Interested in This Issue
Review: I have been an addictions counselor for 25 years and have traditionally not read books on this subject because they tend to parrot one another. This book, however, is different. Those of us who work in this field know (if we are honest) that most adolescents do not respond favorably to treatment as we know it. This book tells us why and suggests how it might be more effective. As those of us in this field know, it will take much introspection and commitment on the part of parents, schools, the justice system and our government (and yes, even us treatment professionals) to acknowledge what works and what doesn't. Ms. Maran points out, and I believe, that this needs to be done on an collaborative level to be successful. It makes sense that we need to give our time and resources to the things that are important to us. We haven't given enough of either to this issue up to this point. Thanks to the author for pointing this out so eloquently.
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