Scott Stevens Livres

Alcohol Abuse (problem drinkers) and Alcoholism (drinking problems) constitute the top public health and public safety issues in America, to the tune of $220 billion in costs per year. Alcohol overuse is our number one killer and is behind more illness and ER visits than any other aspect of our society including cancer and obesity. As more people join your insurance pool this decade with health insurance reform, the amounts people drink and how they get help if they need it ARE your business. WHAT THE EARLY WORM GETS is a biting essay on the differences between alcohol abusers and those with Alcoholism from a writer who silently and rapidly hit bottom and bounced off it a few times. What is the disease, what isn't, and what constitutes treatment? What happens when an "ordinary," educated, middle-class man does hard time for drinking and driving? How does the system today fail?

Set in early 1912, the story follows teenage newlyweds Ian and Glynnis McLean, who change their plans from a first-class passage to San Francisco due to a coal strike, opting instead for second-class tickets on the Titanic. Their journey takes a tragic turn when disaster strikes, leading to the survival of only one spouse. The survivor clings to her cherished diaries, which become a poignant reminder of their love and the life they could have shared.

Nine out of ten people who quit drinking relapse at least once. "Every Silver Lining Has a Cloud" shows why it's not just once without pithy slogans or trademarked solutions. From the author of "What the Early Worm Gets," a startling book defi ning Alcoholism, here's a book explaining how and why relapse happens, how to hold it at bay and why every American should care. Sobriety is a state of illness and its symptoms, left untreated, lead directly to lapse. Addressing the Symptoms of Sobriety is essential. Why would any sober Alcoholic return to the misery? What are the Symptoms of Sobriety and how do Alcoholics and non-Alcoholics guard against them? What four overlooked stressors trip up recovery? Can you hit bottom sober? The narrative dashes along peaks of anger, joy, desperation, relief and hope interspersed with solid data on the disease and guidance for avoiding relapse traps. It's not enough to just stop drinking.

The book explores the history of America's drug crises, tracing the rise and fall of various substances from the 1860s to the present, including morphine, cocaine, heroin, and methamphetamines. It argues that while drugmakers and dealers are often blamed, the public's own relationship with alcohol—a consistently lethal substance—shapes perceptions of these crises. By examining the opioid epidemic and its predecessors, the narrative seeks to uncover the underlying causes, the role of societal attitudes, and potential solutions moving forward.

The book critiques the prevalent myths surrounding alcohol consumption, highlighting its status as a toxin and carcinogen rather than a health benefit. It connects the shortcomings of the healthcare system to society's reluctance to confront the true impacts of alcohol. The author advocates for a shift in the national conversation about alcohol, similar to the changes seen regarding tobacco use. Through rigorous research, the book aims to challenge wishful thinking and promote a more honest dialogue about the health consequences of alcohol.

"Although college campuses are increasingly recruiting international students, they are failing to provide student support services for these populations. Sharing case studies of students and examples of innovative initiatives, this book explores strategies and key recommendations for universities to re-conceptualize their programs to better welcome and support international students. Emphasizing the relational aspect of academic, social, and engagement activities on campus, the authors provide a framework that supports students from initial contact through graduation. Grounded in theory and addressing issues of language, engagement, and culture, Creating the Internationally Inclusive Campus arms universities with the innovative strategies for supporting all students' success"--