Author: Ronald A. Ruden
Where do the roots of addictive behavior lie - in
our genes or in our environment, in our chemistry or in our character? In the Craving Brain, Dr. Ronald Ruden asserts that the roots of addiction most defintetly do not lie in our character. Rather, they lie in a complex
chain reaction that originates in an ancient survival mechanism in the brain. When this system is inappropriately activated, it drives the body to crave, sometimes with addictive behavior as the end result. In clear, straightforward language, Dr. Ruden outlines his
remarkable successful treatment program which he believes can cure this problem.The Craving Brain offers crucial insights into the world of addiction. This…
This Second Edition of The Craving Brain adds significantly to the First Edition. Looks to me like it adds two chapters, though the cover says it only added one. Anyway, the two chapter _titles_ added… Unfortunately, BobReadsalot just didn't get it. As Dr. Ruden says, this is not a self-help book. Ruden offers a fascinating theory of the physiological links that lead to craving and addiction. He…
