The Samaritan Solution: Loving Our Neighbor in a Culture of Addiction

We live in a culture of addiction.

In our families and our friendships, in our places of work and our
Houses of Worship- the proof is often as close as the person next to us.

Generally misdiagnosed and frequently untreated, hidden addictions to
food, sex, gambling, pornography, prescription and illicit drugs,
shopping, smoking and alcohol affect tens of millions of Americans.

Are you or someone you know experiencing:
* Job loss, continuing unemployment or money problems
* Heart disease, cancer, high blood pressure, obesity or diabetes
* Depression, insomnia, rage, blackouts or panic attacks
* Hopelessness, low self-image, thoughts of death or suicide
* Rebellion, profound risk-taking or unlawful behavior
* Withdrawal from family, friends, events, hobbies or interests
* Blame, deceit, disappointment, denial or excessive drama

These are the symptoms of common addictions.
Your next move could save the person you love.
Do you know what to do "now?"

We invite you to read and apply this book if you are:
* Seeking a return to peace in your relationships
* Praying for the recovery and healing of a loved one
* Feeling guilt, shame or embarrassment
* Experiencing fear, anger or resentment
* Looking for God's simple blueprint for recovery

SHELLY BARON was raised by loving parents and devoutly Orthodox Jewish
grandparents in Brooklyn, New York. STEVE BUELOW is a pastor's son who
was raised in a Midwest Christian home from birth. In one form or another,
each have had their lives, and the lives of others that they loved, affected by
addiction. Both found their answer in a 2000 year-old story told by Jesus Christ.