The book is based on the author's understanding of the reasons why people drink and become addicted to alcohol. Carr argues that the primary reason people continue to drink is not because they enjoy it, but because they are under the illusion that it provides them with certain benefits, such as relaxation, confidence, or to cope with stress. He claims that these perceived benefits are actually the result of the body's attempt to compensate for the negative effects of alcohol.
The book is based on the author's understanding of the reasons why people drink and become addicted to alcohol. Carr argues that the primary reason people continue to drink is not because they enjoy it, but because they are under the illusion that it provides them with certain benefits, such as relaxation, confidence, or to cope with stress. He claims that these perceived benefits are actually the result of the body's attempt to compensate for the negative effects of alcohol.