The definitive book for understanding addiction
In this timely and profoundly original book, writer and physician Gabor Maté looks at the epidemic of various addictions in our society, tells us why we are so prone to them and outlines what is needed to liberate ourselves from their hold. Starting with a dramatically close view of Maté's drug addicted patients, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts weaves in stories of real people while providing a bold synthesis of clinical experience, insight and cutting-edge scientific findings. A haunting, compassionate and deeply personal examination of the nature of addiction.
- ISBN10 0676977413
- ISBN13 9780676977417
- Publish Date 6 January 2009 (first published 1 August 2000)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country CA
- Imprint Vintage Canada
- Edition UK ed.
- Format Paperback (US Trade)
- Pages 504
- Language English
- URL https://penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/isbn/9780676977417