Fitzgerald Thomas, a psychologist from Shawnee Mission Kansas is best known for his television series, “24”. He is a world-renowned expert on drug addiction recovery. In addition to his television work, he has worked as a counselor and therapist for several years, helping people with substance abuse problems. As a result, he understands the challenges that people with addiction face and how to best help them conquer their problems.

In his new book, “You Can Heal Your Life”, Fitzgerald has taken a holistic approach to substance abuse treatment, recommending that patients should not seek quick fixes but seek long term solution by dealing with the underlying causes of addiction and overcoming the mental and emotional problems that support their dependency. It is important for the patient to be willing to accept help and follow the program if it is offered. Self-motivation is very important. It is also necessary for the patient to develop a plan to deal with all of their issues. Although many traditional substances are covered in this program, it is focused more on the psychological factors that create the emotional environment that encourages drug use and addiction and not just the physical dependence that most traditional rehab programs focus on.

The book contains 12 sections that each address a different aspect of substance abuse and addiction and help the reader gain insight into the mental makeup of addicts to better understand and treat their particular ailments. This is an excellent addition to any addiction treatment center and one that is sure to be greatly appreciated by both current and former patients. You can order the book online and read it right away. It is an excellent complement to Fitzgerald’s other work and a good addition to any addiction treatment program.