Self-help ✦ Penny’s Take
Healing Life's Hidden Addictions
Archibald D. Hart · 1990
70/100
👍 Worth It
Archibald Hart was ahead of his time in recognizing that addiction extends far beyond substances to include work, relationships, exercise, and adrenaline — patterns that are even more relevant now than they were in 1990. The integration of psychological and theological frameworks is coherent rather than forced, and the self-assessment tools help readers recognize patterns they might not have named before. The 1990 publication date means some frameworks feel dated, but the core insight holds up.
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Verdict receipt0–100
safety88
substance74
craft68
originality76
accuracy65
hype72
age-fit85
human-eye70
Penny’s verdict70
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