zarazim's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
slow-paced
5.0
babyfacedoldsoul's review
3.0
I found it had good perspective and information but was very repetitive.
composed's review
4.0
Deeply disappointed by the outdated, anti-science fatphobic language/“info.” BIG trigger warning for fat readers and anyone with ED history.
Otherwise overall a useful and interesting book.
Otherwise overall a useful and interesting book.
jess_always_reading's review
challenging
informative
reflective
tense
slow-paced
4.0
Dr. Maté is absolutely worth a read and his book has a wealth of information on addiction, societal stigma, and trauma. However, some parts of In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts are a bit outdated esp cially when it comes to some best practices & inclusive language so a critical eye is important when reading.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse and Drug use
Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Drug abuse, Death, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Police brutality, Murder, Mental illness, Medical content, Domestic abuse, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Rape, Suicide, Colonisation, Chronic illness, Cancer, Pregnancy, Incest, Drug use, Alcohol, Addiction, Alcoholism, Adult/minor relationship, Abortion, Physical abuse, Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Terminal illness, Self harm, and Infidelity
kitkat2500's review
5.0
Gabor Maté's understanding of addiction -its sources, causes and complexities - is refreshing and eye-opening. He is compassionate and observant, and he's not afraid to turn the tables on himself to closely examine his own addictions. We all have them, to varying degrees, whether it's to drugs, alcohol, sex, food, shopping, work, etc. This book helps to gain an understanding of the hidden forces that drive our behavior, often without our conscious knowledge.