Reading Metrics
Description
Discusses the causes and dangers of chemical dependency, its effects on the family, and ways to get help in dealing with this problem.
Quick Summary
In "Chemical Dependency and the Dysfunctional Family," author Jeff Biggers explores how substance abuse tears apart family relationships and provides resources for teens grappling with this difficult reality. The book specifically addresses the causes and dangers of chemical dependency while examining its devastating effects on family dynamics and offers practical ways to seek help. If your kid likes "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher, they'll find this book similarly powerful in its honest look at serious teen issues. This is great for high school students in grades 9-12 who are dealing with family addiction challenges or want to understand this topic, particularly those reading at approximately a 6th-grade level who need accessible yet mature content.