Hazardous drinking in the UK is widespread: 1 in 4 according to a recent government survey. More severe ‘alcohol dependence’ affects nearly 6% of the UK population – that’s 1.8 million people. But for each alcoholic there is usually a family – estimates suggest that at least 3 people per alcohol abuser suffer on this account. The loved ones of alcohol abusers are a neglected group, and this book is aimed at equipping them to care for themselves so that they can survive the difficulty before them. Written by a husband-and-wife team of an alcohol abuse expert and former alcoholic (John) and a former carer for an alcoholic (Lou), this helpful book is not only academically sound but also written with an empathy that flows from experience.
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Lou Lewis was married to an alcoholic for 29 years till his death from cancer. During that time she ran a home and raised two children with very few people, including quite close friends, being aware of the situation. Lou is a classically trained musician, a graduate of the Royal College of Music. For many years she was a singer / songwriter, made seven albums and toured the UK, USA and South Africa giving concerts and workshops. Currently Lou has her own flourishing counselling practice where she sees clients with a variety of issues, including relationship problems. Lou is married to John Mc Mahon. Lou and John have co-written Bottled Up: How to Survive Living with a Problem Drinker
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