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In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts
- Close Encounters with Addiction
- Narrated by: Daniel Maté
- Length: 15 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Health & Wellness, Addiction & Recovery
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Summary
Random House presents the audiobook edition of In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Maté, read by Daniel Maté.
To heal addiction, you have to go back to the start....
Dr Gabor Maté is one of the world’s most revered thinkers on the psychology of addiction. His radical findings - based on decades of work with patients challenged by catastrophic drug addiction and mental illness - are reframing how we view all human development.
In this award-winning modern classic, Gabor Maté takes a holistic and compassionate approach to addiction, whether to alcohol, drugs, sex, money or anything self-destructive. He presents it not as a discrete phenomenon confined to a weak-willed few but as a continuum that runs through (and even underpins) our society - not as a medical ‘condition’ but rather the result of a complex interplay of personal history, emotional development and brain chemistry.
Distilling cutting-edge research from around the world, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts avoids glib self-help remedies, instead promoting self-understanding as the first key to healing and wellness. Blending personal stories and science with positive solutions, and written in spellbinding prose, it is a must-listen that will change how you see yourself, others and the world.
Tenth anniversary edition, updated with new chapter on the opioid crisis.
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- Mrs. I Fox
- 08-07-19
Hung on every word
I've absolutely loved this book. the first four hours were just stories about people he'd worked with, if you wanted to drop a few of those you wouldn't miss tons of content. similarly, the chapter about the war on drugs (that I recommend, it was fascinating), you could skip it without missing vital content. For me, the end of the book, with the focus being on healing, was transformative and I literally hung on every word.
I think the use of the word addiction is misleading, this book is for everyone, not just those who've found themselves addicted to something (behaviours or practices). I think about so many people who could use the information I've gained here, people who struggle to connect with themselves, to take good care of themselves or to communicate with their loved ones.
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- J. Miller
- 11-06-20
Compassionate & comprehensive explanation of addiction.
As a trainee psychotherapist I chose this book to get a good understanding of addiction before I start placements. Having just finished the book I feel humbled, and compassionate towards people with addiction. I have a better understanding of the problems, and a sense of the best way to work.
This book was also easy to listen to, the narrator did an excellent job & kept me engaged throughout. I would definitely recommend it.
25 people found this helpful
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- Duncan E.
- 16-04-19
Enlightening listen
Having had addiction problems all my life, and having felt with them in various ways and to varying degree of success, this book has opened my eyes to a lot of possibilities and also to the fact that it’s not actually all my fault, for that I will be eternally grateful to Dr Maté.
This is a must read for anyone with addiction issues or anyone struggling with living with or in relations with an addicted person....
Many thanks..... x
19 people found this helpful
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- Pelle stones
- 17-02-19
Incredibly insightful.
This book is based around addiction but good into the motivation behind almost all human behaviours and so, so much more
11 people found this helpful
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- Raja Mohammad Zishanullah
- 13-11-20
Simply Amazing
what an amazing listen, mind blowing, 5 out of 5 for content and awesome narration. Best narrator ever.
10 people found this helpful
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- Kat
- 15-04-21
A must read
This book is a must read for everyone whether you’re addicted, have someone around you with addiction or have non of these at all. We need more education like this for all so that we can, as a society, better aid those who are addicted to healing. And of course better ways of prevention which is always preferable to cure and far lest costly to society.
8 people found this helpful
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- Wayne Russ
- 17-07-19
wow!
loved it, narration was fantastic. subject hit home , gave insight and delivered revelations . could be life changing . I'll let you know
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- Paul
- 21-02-19
Really great listen
Such wisdom as to leave you changed as a person. Mate is a gift. Thankyou
11 people found this helpful
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- Bruno Marfo
- 21-10-19
addiction and addiction process
very good with first hand experience on addiction and addicted behavior, insight on various causes of addiction, as well as the effect s early childhood trauma on addiction
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-05-22
brilliant Insightful
should be read in schools and every young and old adult. outstanding, brilliant awareness
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- Rosa F. Brissos
- 11-10-19
Brilliant book
I find it a brilliant book. It goes beyond the addictions per se and it takes us to the understanding of what is behind them. And let’s get real: we all have ours. And most often we don’t want to call them addictions because we can’t stand the fact that ‘we have an challenge’ to overcome!
I love how Dr. Gabor Mate explains everything and takes us with him through his own journey!
I absolutely loved the book!
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- Tracy Rewiri
- 26-09-20
I value his insightfulness/knowledge
Yes. Amazing and insightful. One would hope many working in the area of addictions and mental well-being read this book and/or any of his books. This includes those looking for their own understanding in trauma/addictions. Valued resource
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- Margot Edwards
- 23-12-21
are 10 stars available?
what a MAN!
I would DIE to have sn sppointmen OR MORE eith yhis SO WELL informed and knowledgeable!
every body WILL learn SOMETHING FRIM DR GABOR MATTE
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- Katie
- 20-09-21
Life changing
This book has finally made me understand why I behave the way I do. It is with a great sense of relief that I can now stop beating myself up, loathing my weaknesses and instead show kindness and compassion towards myself. My gratitude to Dr Maté is immense and I don’t say this lightly, for his book has changed my future. Thank you Sir.
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- PM Ruiz A
- 18-06-21
A great introduction to psychological trauma and addiction for medics and health workers
This book is a must read for all who seek to widen their perspective on the neurological and environmental causes of addiction beyond "choices" or free will.
Must read for therapists, body-workers, health workers, caretakers, and social workers.
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- Mark Smith
- 11-01-21
Informative and highly valuable
The tone and pace of the delivery was perfect. I have shared widely, as I find this subject and Dr Maté's findings to have given me massive insights into my work, my parenting and the psyche of society. The puritanical approach to addicts by governments indicates a gross abdication of responsibility.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-06-20
Life changing
Beautifully written and with such deep compassion. I have found this book to be one that I’ll listen to over & over again for advice.