Mohammad Akikur - The Anatomy of Addiction: What Science and Resh Tell Us About the True Causes, Best Preventive Techniques, and Most Successful Treatments

Praise for The Anatomy of Addiction

A lucid examination of addiction and treatment from a neurobiological perspective... with particularly engrossing chapters dispelling the ten biggest myths of addiction.

Kirkus Reviews

In The Anatomy of Addiction, Dr. Mohammads look at the current addiction treatment climate is direct, unflinching, and an absolute must-read for everyone touched by addiction. The man is a true pioneer in the field of addiction and one of the few addiction experts to accurately and effectively balance science, medicine, and behavioral health. If you want a new perspective on the world of addiction, read this book.

Darren Kavinoky, co-creator and host of Deadly Sins on Investigation Discovery; founding attorney of 1.800.NoCuffs; Certified Intervention Professional

When I first met Dr. Mohammad, addiction had left me broken and destitute on every level. While I had spent time with countless, self-proclaimed addiction experts, Dr. Mohammad saved and changed my life in a matter of minutes. He was the only treatment professional to let me know that with the help of science, the truth about addiction, and a balanced treatment approach, I could have my life and family back. That was thirteen years ago and Ive never looked back. What Dr. Mohammad shared with me that day is included in his book The Anatomy of Addiction; we are not powerless over addiction and this book tells you exactly why.

JW, a patient of Dr. Akikur Mohammad

This is strong medicine with no spoonful of sugar; for many, it [may be] a bitter pill to swallow. But the book is not meant to inform; it is meant to transform.

Dr. Walter Ling, professor of psychiatry and director of Integrated Substance Abuse Programs (ISAP) at UCLA

Dr. Akikur Mohammad is passionate about the issue of addiction, what it is and what it is not, and how it should and shouldnt be treated. Written for the layperson, this book is a helpful resource for readers struggling with addiction, and their families and friends, as well as anyone who is interested in the global problem of addiction.

George Simpson, MD, professor of psychiatry and the behavioral sciences at Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern Califorinia and former chairman of the department of psychiatry at Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Mohammad, Akikur, author.

Title: The anatomy of addiction : what science and research tell us about the

true causes, best preventive techniques, and most successful treatments /

Akikur Mohammad, MD.

Description: First edition. | New York City : Perigee, 2016. | Includes

bibliographical references and index.

Identifiers: LCCN 2015041635 | ISBN 978-1-101-98183-2

Subjects: LCSH: Substance abuseEtiology. | Compulsive behaviorEtiology. |

Substance abuseTreatment. | BISAC: SELF-HELP / Substance Abuse &

Addictions / General. | PSYCHOLOGY / Psychopathology / Addiction.

Classification: LCC RC564 .M634 2016 | DDC 362.29dc23

First edition: February 2016

Neither the publisher nor the author is engaged in rendering professional advice or services to the individual reader. The ideas, procedures, and suggestions contained in this book are not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician. All matters regarding your health require medical supervision. Neither the author nor the publisher shall be liable or responsible for any loss or damage allegedly arising from any information or suggestion in this book.

While the author has made every effort to provide accurate telephone numbers and Internet addresses at the time of publication, neither the publisher nor the author assumes any responsibility for errors or for changes that occur after publication. Further, the publisher does not have any control over and does not assume any responsibility for author or third-party websites or their content.

Cover design: Eric Fuentecilla

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This book is dedicated to my mother, who inspired me in every way; to my very supportive sister; and to my loving familymy wife, Irina, and our daughters, Anastasia and Sasha.