Clean

Is addiction a moral failing or a treatable disease? Uncover the science that shatters outdated myths and reveals what truly works. You'll gain a new, compassionate, and evidence-based understanding of America's most devastating public health crisis. This summary dismantles the stigma and misinformation surrounding addiction. You'll learn why traditional treatments often fail and discover the innovative, science-backed approaches that offer real hope for recovery. Find out what you, your family, and your community can do to fight this tragedy effectively.

David Sheff is a New York Times bestselling author whose award-winning journalism on addiction has made him one of America's most prominent voices on the subject. His expertise is deeply personal, forged by his family’s harrowing journey through his son Nic's addiction, which he chronicled in his memoir, Beautiful Boy. This firsthand experience, combined with extensive research, gives him a unique and compassionate perspective on the science of addiction and the path to recovery, which he shares in Clean.