People from all walks of life often lose themselves in pursuing counterfeit pleasures-cigarettes, alcohol, drugs,
thrill seeking, sex, food, gambling, and on-line fantasies to name just a few. How does the pursuit of pleasure
result in compulsion and loss of control? Craving for Ecstasy and Natural Highs addresses this fundamental question
and then explores positive ways to achieve lasting happiness and fulfillment. Readers will gain important insight
on how to improve their own quality of life and will learn how to offer support to clients, students, family, and
friends whose lives may be compromised by hedonic dependencies.
Students of addictive behaviors and anyone interested in discovering healthy means to satisfy the drive to alter
consciousness will findthis book compelling.