Psychology - Psychopathology - Addiction

"Irresistible is a fascinating and much needed exploration of one of the most troubling phenomena of modern times." --Malcolm Gladwell, author of New York Times bestsellers David and Goliath and Outliers "One of the most mesmerizing and important books I've read in quite some...

Claudia Black's bestselling classic on the experience and legacy of being raised in an addictive household.Author: Claudia BlackPublisher: Central Recovery PressPublished: 12/22/2020Pages: 216Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.60lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.80dISBN: 9781949481402About the AuthorClaudia Black, PhD is a world-renowned expert on addiction and codependency,...

This revised and expanded third edition of the gold-standard for intervention provides clear steps for harnessing the power of family, friends, and professionals to create a better future with loved ones suffering from addiction. Over the course of the last twenty years, Love First...

Lust, Men, and Meth: A Gay Man's Guide to Sex and Recovery provides insight for gay men struggling with the issues of sex and recovery, and for the professionals who work with them. The reader is equipped not only with essential information on the...

Momma May Be Mad: A Memoir is an inventive and striking memoir about motherhood, madness, and the grace of second and third chances. Kerry Neville shares the story of how she was caught in the perfect storm of bipolar disorder, anorexia, and alcoholism when...

"An important chronicle of how stigma, inertia, and ignorance hamper our mental health system--a vital read for understanding both the history and the future of addiction care at a pivotal moment for our nation's health."--Carl Erik Fisher, MD, author of The Urge: Our Story...

Written by addicts, for addicts, and about addicts, this is the softcover edition of the book that sets forth the spiritual principles of Narcotics Anonymous that hundreds of thousands of addicts have used in recovery. Just as with alcoholism, there is no "cure" for...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - From a renowned behavioral neuroscientist and recovering addict, a rare page-turning work of science that draws on personal insights to reveal how drugs work, the dangerous hold they can take on the brain, and the surprising way to combat...

Residual symptoms, poor interpersonal skills, and learning disabilities make it hard to learn to cope with situations that promote drug use. Overcoming Addictions tackles these obstacles to successful treatment. This manual helps therapists teach groups of individuals with schizophrenia how to avoid drugs and...

Since the first edition of this book in 1996, the addiction treatment field continues to undergo changes that affect the usefulness of this book. In an effort to include information that assists students and practitioners to use best practices, we have added a substantial...

The author of Reality Therapy and Take Effective Control of Your Life shows readers how to gain strength and self-esteem through positive behavior.Author: William GlasserPublisher: Harper PerennialPublished: 05/01/1985Pages: 176Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.36lbsSize: 8.05h x 5.38w x 0.45dISBN: 9780060912499About the AuthorGlasser, William: - William Glasser,...

Recovery Zone, Volume One picks up where Facing the Shadow leaves off, guiding readers to begin working tasks eight through thirteen of Dr. Patrick Carnes' innovative thirty-task model. This book helps readers understand that true recovery is achieved by learning to cope with difficult...

Pulitzer finalist Shoshana Walter exposes the country's failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption, and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry. Our country's leaders all seem to agree: People who suffer from addiction need treatment. Today, more people have...

From Dry January to Sober October, growing numbers of people are taking a fresh look at their relationship to alcohol. Some feel inspired to stop drinking altogether. Many others seek to make alcohol consumption a conscious choice rather than an automatic habit. This empowering...

"Our 'druggified' food supply makes us all vulnerable to the problem of compulsive overconsumption. This practical guide, informed by the latest science and decades of clinical experience, is a tutorial in self-compassion as much as a science-help approach to overeating." --Anna Lembke, MD, New...

Parenting is complicated, often really hard, and sometimes overwhelming. Here is a powerful resource to make it more understandable, more manageable, and more rewarding! Roots and Wings: Mindful Parenting in Recovery provides invaluable knowledge, awareness, and step-by-step guidance for more successful parenting, with special...

This manual presents the most widely adopted evidence-based treatment for co-occurring trauma and addiction. For clients facing one or both of these issues, the most urgent clinical need is to establish safety--to reduce addictive behavior, build healthy relationships, manage symptoms such as dissociation and...

What are the most mind-blowing transformations from giving up alcohol that everyone should know about? And why can everyone benefit from quitting alcohol - whether you're a binge drinker, social drinker or everyday drinker?Sean Alexander cuts through the drunken haze in the international bestseller...

Offers clear and practical techniques for couples and families who have faced the issue of addiction and are now striving to bring health and vitality to their relationships.Author: Earnie LarsenPublisher: HarperOnePublished: 09/01/2004Pages: 128Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.24lbsSize: 7.98h x 5.33w x 0.32dISBN: 9780062548085About the AuthorLarsen,...

Drawing on art, literature, and scientific research, scholar and therapist Kikan Massara delves into the Twelve Steps - the widely used and respected program of recovery. Developed in the early 20th century to address alcoholism, the Twelve Step program was later found to be...