The most important question about addiction is: "Is it really a "disease?" In this video essay, filmed in high-definition, Kevin McCauley explores the arguments for and against this vital debate, reviewing the latest neuroscientific research about addiction along the way. Using the spectacular landscape of Utah's State and National Parks to describe the brain areas involved in addiction, Dr. McCauley turns complex neuroscientific concepts into easy-to-understand visual images that will help people in recovery feel better understood, and their families and friends feel hope that recovery is possible.

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There is good reason to be optimistic about helping people with addictive disorders and their recovery. Touched by the effect of addiction in his family life, Jim Clegg-founder of The Institute for Addiction Study--asked Drs. Kevin McCauley and Cory Reich a series of pointed questions about addiction and the nature of addicts. This interview was recorded and is represented on the Addiction CD. There was a great reception of the CD containing the doctors explanation on what addiction is, what can be done about it, and why they advocate so strongly for the treatment of addicts as patients with a brain disease. Due to the overwhelming response to put in writing the topics covered in the interview, Drs. Kevin McCauley and Cory Reich have written this book on addiction. This book invites a new understanding of addiction, one that can provide individuals and families struggling with addiction real hope-and even peace.

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There is good reason to be optimistic about helping people with addictive disorders and their recovery. On this CD, Jim Clegg--founder of The Institute for Addiction Study--visits with Dr. Cory Reich and Dr. Kevin McCauley. Jim asks some pointed question about addiction and the nature of addicts. The doctors explain what addiction is, what can be done about it, and why they advocate so strongly for the treatment of addicts as patients with a brain disease. This book invites a new understanding of addiction, one that can provide individuals and families struggling with addiction real hope--and even peace.

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There is good reason to be optimistic about helping people with addictive disorders and their recovery. On this CD, Jim Clegg--founder of The Institute for Addiction Study--visits with Dr. Cory Reich and Dr. Kevin McCauley. Jim asks some pointed question about addiction and the nature of addicts. The doctors explain what addiction is, what can be done about it, and why they advocate so strongly for the treatment of addicts as patients with a brain disease. This book invites a new understanding of addiction, one that can provide individuals and families struggling with addiction real hope--and even peace.

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The most important question about addiction asks; Is addiction a "disease" or a "choice"? This lecture outlines both arguments and provides evidence for why, in Addiction Medicine, doctors believe that addiction is in fact a disease. The most recent neurophysiologic research about addiction is presented, including the stress-induced hedonic dysregulation theory. The connection between this research and the baffling behaviors observed in addicts - behaviors such as craving, denial and persistent drug use despite negative consequences - is outlined.

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This lecture, written specially for people who are seeking or are already in recovery, explores the age-old debate about whether addiction is a “disease” or a “choice.” Dr. McCauley outlines the arguments both for and against the conceptualization of addiction as a disease, and then explores the most recent neurophysiologic research about addiction to see what light this research can shed on the symptoms addicts experience – symptoms such as loss of control, craving, and persistent drug use despite mounting negative consequences.

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If addiction is a "disease," what does that mean? In this lecture we will go beyond the Disease Model argument to ask the most exciting questions about addiction: Why do addicts seem to be so emotionally attached to drugs? Where does spirituality fit in with this new neuroscientific understanding of addiction as a brain disease? What's to keep the addict from using "I have a disease" to avoid responsibility? Does punishment and coercion really work to change addictive behavior, and even if it does -- should we do it?

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There is no need to be pessimistic about the chances for recovery from addiction. Certain groups of people in recovery have higher than 80% chance of getting through their first year of sobriety successfully. This lecture talks about these special groups of recovering addicts and details how all patients can have similar success rates. The concept of Post Acute Withdrawal is introduced, and the challenges of depression, anxiety and insomnia in early recovery are presented.

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Sixty years ago, two doctors found the secret to helping people with addiction: they decided to treat addiction as a disease, and addicts as patients. Because they rejected the commonly held beliefs about addicts held by most doctors of their time, their work is legendary in the history of addiction treatment.

This book traces the source of the stereotypes about people who suffer from addiction that these two doctors fought against. It dares to imagine a world without these prejudices and the punitive treatment they suggest.It tells the story of a very special group of professionals who begin their sobriety in just such an environment, and how their success rates in the first year of recovery are phenomenal. This book lays out a method of affording this same kind of care to all people seeking recovery so everyone can enjoy a similar success rate.

The fact is that there is no need to be pessimistic about anyone's chances for recovery. When addiction is treated as a disease, and addicts receive the same care and compassion as other patients, addiction becomes, relative to other chronic diseases, a surprisingly straight forward problem to manage. And the truth is: people get sober all the time!

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About John McAndrew:

John McAndrew is a singer/songwriter and piano player from St. Paul, MN., who currently lives in Nashville, TN. His music has been heard around the world.

John has been described as a talented storyteller, "who draws pictures with your imagination. His musical messages speak to both a time that was, as well as to what might be - the passion, inspiration, and emotion in his songs and performances are so identifiable and so much part of the essence of us all, you can't help but be in awe, and an instant fan."

Recent Appearances include:

The 50th Anniversary of NATO at the Vice Presidents residence in Washington D.C.

The Elizabeth Taylor Whitman-Walker Fundraiser

The Betty Ford 25th Anniversary Alumni Banquet

The National Town Hall Meeting with Colin Powell

The 2007 Summit TASA (Tennessee Advanced School on Addictions) Nashville, TN.

The 2007 Utah School of Alcohol and Addictions, Salt Lake City, UT

2007 US Journal of Science Conference, Las Vegas, NV

About "Like a Child"

"These songs are a musical journal. They are accounts of my spiritual journey and travels out of brokenness. They are things I've seen, felt and learned. They've been written over a long period of time and aren't in any particular order. The journey is never over and, "Like A Child", I'm always learning. I dedicate this album to my dear friend and teacher, Earnie Larsen" - John McAndrew

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About Small Crowds

"Small Crowds" is one of John's most admired CD's. It was recorded at the Rec Room in Nashville, and includes some of the most respected musicians from Music City on it.
The song "You Will Always Stumble" is the theme song in the recently acclaimed documentary called "Finding Hope in Recovery: Families Living with Addictions", by Burton Buller.
Another cut from the CD, "She Brought Me Home" is one of three of John's compositions in the Hollywood film titled, "Jesus Mary and Joey". And the song "Give Me New Eye's" is in the new film by Jeff Santo called "Jakes Corner", starring Dian Ladd, Richard Tyson and B.J. Thomas.

Small Crowds

1. give me new eyes
2. you will always stumble
3. this little town
4. she brought me home
5. the thread
6. i don't know
7. the lottery song
8. i love a little blues
9. my feet just can't say no
10. a little too far
11. if you can't forgive
12. small crowds

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Mindflo 3 has been especially created to guide you into a rich natural experience in relaxation. This program was filmed in High Definition.
Known for his beautiful filming, HD cinematographer Norman Bosworth will take you on a journey through artfully filmed natural locations. You will enjoy the changing of the seasons in amazing detail. Fluid motion and rich stunning colors will move you as only High Definition Cinematography can. Because of the high quality of the HD original footage, you will see a noticeable picture improvement on any TX this program in viewed on. Mindflo 3 will play in ALL DVD players in ALL regions of the world.

Mindflo 3

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The Tao

On this DVD there are two one hour versions of Mindflo 4 the Tao. As in previous Mindflo's, the first version consists of music and imagery. The second version has the same beautiful music and imagery with an inspirational reading of the Tao Te Ching by Frank Frederick. This added experience is designed to lift you to new levels of relaxation, meditation and peacefulness.
Mindflo 4 the Tao is breaking new ground in that it will take you on an unprecedented journey underwater. You will travel into high mountain streams among swirling autumn leaves and bubbling crystal clear waters.
Mindflo 4 the Tao will take you to the edge of the world, or at least you may think so as you view the breathtaking desert vistas in this relaxing DVD.

Mindflo 4

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This is the first book to fully explain how to run a drug treatment court. It contains a host of information valuable to anyone who wants to know about addiction and treatment. It is written by some of the leading experts around the country, and contains chapters on The Disease of Addiction, The Biological Basis of Addiction, The Sociological Basis of Addiction, Counseling Strategies, Drug Testing, Life Skills Training, Effects of Drug and Alcohol Use in Pregnancy, Relapse, Co-Occurring Disorders, Self-Help Organizations and Diseases Associated with Drug Use. Additional chapters contain the specifics of how to set up and operate a Drug Court. This book is an essential resource for anyone who deals with addiction, whether as a counselor, physician, attorney, law enforcement officer, judge, employer or family member.

Drug Courts Book

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