"Dr. Morteza Khaleghi is one of America's leading experts on addiction and a beacon of hope to addicts everywhere. A trusted advisor on the Dr. Phil Show, he has successfully helped countless individuals quit drugs and alcohol by confronting the underlying emotional issues as well as tackling the addiction itself." - "Dr. Phil McGraw""It is rare that a book can successfully create a tone that is supportive while also being informative, friendly while also being directive, and engaging while also being based on sound research. Drs. Morteza and Karen Khaleghi accomplish just this in "The Anatomy of Addiction." If you are new to recovery, this book will give you direction. If you have struggled with relapse, this book is, quite simply, a must read." - Lee Jampolsky, Ph.D., ""author of "Healing the Addictive Personality" and "Smile for No Good Reason"

DRS. MORTEZA AND KAREN KHALEGHI are the founders and co-owners of Creative Care, each with over twenty years of experience treating addiction. They have appeared on Dr. Phil as well as NPR, WBUR, and CNN radio. They live in Malibu, California, USA.

Introduction: Where the Journey Begins Chapter 1: Reframing the Vocabulary of Addiction Chapter 2: The First Dot Chapter 3: A Fork in the Road Chapter 4: The Story of an Almost Addict Chapter 5: Trauma Survivors Chapter 6: People with Anxiety Disorders Chapter 7: Bipolar Disorder Chapter 8: Depression and Addiction Chapter 9: Children on the Slippery Slope Conclusion: The Tyranny of Now