Leap of Power is based on evidence that people are strong and capable, and can take charge of their own lives, including their use of alcohol and other drugs. It supports readers in respectfully evaluating the impact of drugs on their lives, without judgment and put-downs of any sort, and without an agenda of telling them how to behave.Readers who have a drug problem and want to make changes will find help in evaluating their options and detailed guidance on how to...

Leap of Power is based on evidence that people are strong and capable, and can take charge of their own lives, including their use of alcohol and other drugs. It supports listeners in respectfully evaluating the impact of drugs on their lives, without judgment and put-downs of any sort, and without an agenda of telling them how to behave. Listeners who have a drug problem and want to make changes will find help in evaluating their options and detailed guidance on how to succeed wi...

The challenge: how to raise children in a drug-filled society and prevent substance abuse. Dr. Schwebel’s recommendations:Start when your children are youngCreate a family climate for communicationShow your children how to meet their needs without drugsHelp kids understand the dangers of drugsHelp them learn to resist peer pressureTeach your children how to make wise decisionsEstablish give-and-take discussions with teensStay alert to potential drug problems and know how to respond...