Olivier Ameisen, MD, was a French-American cardiologist who proposed and investigated a novel model for addiction treatment. His approach focused on the complete, rapid, and effortless suppression of cravings and other addiction symptoms using high-dose baclofen therapy. After struggling with chronic anxiety and panic attacks, which led him to self-medicate with alcohol and subsequently develop alcoholism when conventional treatments failed, he sought an alternative. Discovering baclofen's potential in animal studies, he experimented on himself and found it could free individuals from addiction, leading to his groundbreaking publication and a new treatment paradigm. He dedicated his subsequent efforts to advancing research on baclofen and the mechanisms of addiction.
The End of My Addiction is both a memoir of Dr Ameisen's struggle with uncontrollable addiction and a groundbreaking call to action for research that could help millions of addicts. A page turner.
A Doctor at the Peak of His Medical Career, Destroyed by Alcohol -- And the Personal Miracle That Brought Him Back
Ameisen's memoir chronicles his personal battle with addiction, offering an intimate look at his challenges and triumphs. It serves as both a reflective journey and a powerful call to action, encouraging readers to confront their own struggles with substance abuse. The narrative emphasizes the importance of self-healing and resilience, making it a compelling read for anyone seeking inspiration or understanding in the face of addiction.