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Beautiful Boy
A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction
Book • 2018
Beautiful Boy is a heart-wrenching and insightful memoir by David Sheff, detailing his son Nic's addiction to crystal meth and the family's tumultuous journey through denial, relapse, and recovery.
Before his addiction, Nic was a charming, joyous, and funny boy who was a varsity athlete and honor student.
However, after becoming addicted to meth, he transformed into a trembling wraith who lied, stole, and lived on the streets.
David Sheff, a journalist, meticulously researched every treatment that might save his son and refused to give up on him.
The book highlights the emotional rollercoaster and the hard-won wisdom gained through this experience, emphasizing the impact of addiction on entire families and society.
Before his addiction, Nic was a charming, joyous, and funny boy who was a varsity athlete and honor student.
However, after becoming addicted to meth, he transformed into a trembling wraith who lied, stole, and lived on the streets.
David Sheff, a journalist, meticulously researched every treatment that might save his son and refused to give up on him.
The book highlights the emotional rollercoaster and the hard-won wisdom gained through this experience, emphasizing the impact of addiction on entire families and society.
