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Book Synopsis"No thanks-I'm not drinking tonight." In a culture that equates alcohol with enjoyment and social acceptance, making this simple statement can make us feel like we're depriving or even punishing ourselves. "When we realize we can no longer drink safely, it can feel like the only choices are to spiral out of control or embrace a joyless life," says sobriety expert Veronica Valli. "But it's not true! Sobriety can be a path filled with fun, excitement, belonging, relaxation, and romance." Soberful offers a practical and straightforward program on how we can get sober and stay sober by increasing our self-worth, energy, and participation in life. Valli begins by debunking widespread beliefs about alcohol and sobriety-including the illusion that alcohol itself is the problem. She then focuses on the emotional skills we need to build for a fulfilling life without alcohol. Through the five pillars of sustainable sobriety-Movement, Connection, Balance, Process, and Growth-she shares effective and empowering strategies for processing the uncomfortable emotions we once numbed with alcohol. "When we change how we experience the world, we can stop trying to escape our feelings with alcohol," Valli says. Written with gentle humor and compassion, Soberful provides a road map to a life beyond drinking-one that is expansive, fulfilling, and joyously free.

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Book Synopsis The long-awaited sequel to THE UNEXPECTED JOY OF BEING SOBER - the Sunday Times bestseller 'Exquisite' - Fearne Cotton, Happy Place'A paean to the longer-term pleasures of staying booze-free' - The Guardian'The kind of book that changes lives, and very possibly saves them' - The Lancet Psychiatry'A reflective, raw and riveting read. A beautiful book on what it takes to root for yourself' - Emma Gannon, Ctrl Alt Delete'No other author writes about sober living with as much warmth or emotional range as Catherine Gray. Her deep insight into the subtle psychologies of drinking, and of life, means that everything she writes is both utterly relatable and stretches our minds. Hers is a rare wisdom.' - Dr Richard Piper, CEO, Alcohol Change UKWhat's it like to give up drinking forever?We know now that being teetotal for one, three, even twelve months brings surprising joys and a recharged body... but nothing has been written about going years deep into being alcohol-free.As Catherine Gray, author of runaway bestseller The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober, streaks towards a decade sober, she explores this uncharted territory in her trademark funny, disruptive and warm way. This is a must-read for anyone sober-curious, whether they've put down the bottle yet or not. Praise for The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober:'Fascinating' - Bryony Gordon 'Truthful, modern and real' - Stylist'Brave, witty and brilliantly written' - Marie Claire'Gray's tale of going sober is uplifting and inspiring' - Evening Standard 'Not remotely preachy' - Sunday Times 'Jaunty, shrewd and convincing' - Sunday Telegraph 'Admirably honest, light, bubbly and remarkably rarely annoying' - Guardian 'An empathetic, warm and hilarious tale from a hugely likeable human' - The Lancet PsychiatryTrade ReviewExquisite. -- Fearne Cotton, broadcaster, author and founder of Happy PlaceA paean to the longer-term pleasures of staying booze-free. -- The GuardianThe kind of book that changes lives, and very possibly saves them. -- The Lancet PsychiatryA reflective, raw and riveting read. A beautiful book on what it takes to root for yourself. -- Emma Gannon, author and Ctrl Alt Delete podcast hostNo other author writes about sober living with as much warmth or emotional range as Catherine Gray. Her deep insight into the subtle psychologies of drinking, and of life, means that everything she writes is both utterly relatable and stretches our minds. Hers is a rare wisdom. -- Dr Richard Piper, CEO of Alcohol Change UK

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Book SynopsisThis practical, comprehensive, and easy to use book helps alcohol abusers understand their behavior, but provides practical steps that anyone can use to solve an alcohol problem. Written by a cognitive-behavioral psychologist, this book includes chapters on overcoming low self-esteem, depression, stress, attending self-help groups, and living a better life after quitting. Each chapter contains specific self-help techniques. Recommended by SMART Recovery.Trade Review"Insightful and practical...has the potential to become a classic on the subject of substance abuse and treatment." -- SMART Recovery News & Views

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Book SynopsisThis well researched, painstakingly documented book provides detailed information on the right-wing evangelical organization (Oxford Group Movement) that gave birth to AA; the relation of AA and its program to the Oxford Group Movement; AA's similarities to and differences from religious cults; AA's remarkable ineffectiveness; and the alternatives to AA. The greatly expanded second edition includes a new chapter on AA's relationship to the treatment industry, and AA's remarkable influence in the media.

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Book SynopsisPrescription drug addiction is now one of the nation’s most serious drug problems. More Americans are abusing controlled prescription drugs more than cocaine, hallucinogens, inhalants, and heroin combined. With the exception of marijuana, prescription painkillers are the most widely abused drug in the U.S. Many who are addicted to prescription drugs are “unwitting addicts”—they have no history of drug abuse, but become addicted after taking a drug for legitimate reasons. Rod Colvin understands this problem. His 35-year old brother died as a result of his long-term addiction to painkillers and tranquilizers. Drawing from his personal experience and his background as a counselor, Colvin offers help to those suffering from addiction as well as their families. In this new, third edition, Colvin discusses dynamics of addiction and the newest treatment options; he also offers compelling personal stories from addicts who describe their journeys into recovery. These anecdotes are accompanied by advice from addiction medicine specialists. The Book Answers These Questions: · How does addiction “rewire” the brain? · What are the symptoms of addiction? · Who’s at risk for addiction? · Why are more teens abusing prescription drugs?· When does proper medical use of a drug turn into addiction? · What happens if the drugs are stopped abruptly?· What are the symptoms of withdrawal? · What is the difference between addiction and physical dependence? · What are the top 20 most-abused prescription drugs? How Can You Leave Prescription Drugs Behind? Read stories of recovery from individuals who are in recovery · Learn how they become addicted· Find out how they made it into recovery· What were the turning points in their lives that made them seek recovery? · What is their advice to others who are struggling? Treatment for Addiction· What are the treatment options? · What is a medical detox? · What is in-patient treatment? · What is out-patient treatment? · What is a partial-day treatment plan? · What is rapid detox for opiate addiction? · Does insurance pay for treatment? · What is relapse prevention education? How Can Family Members Ease Their Pain? Addiction affects everyone in the family. No one escapes the pain and the chaos. · What can family members do to help the addict and themselves? · What does it mean to enable an addict? · Find out if you’re enabling a loved one who’s addicted· What is a family intervention? · How can you set up an intervention to get your loved one into treatment? · Understand that addiction is a progressive diseaseAdvice from Addiction Medicine SpecialistsRead the advice of addiction medicine specialists. Their topics:· Addiction is an illness· How to build on hope· Be cautious with benzodiazepines· Stages of chemical dependency· Addiction to pills means greater denial· Addicts are not having fun· Warning signs of addiction· How to avoid isolating, a trigger for relapseGetting Pills to Feed an AddictionDid you ever wonder how an addict can obtain so many prescriptions? This chapter tells you. It discusses:· Doctor shopping · Why doctors often misprescribe · Why forged prescriptions get filled · Ordering drugs from the InternetDo You Have Chronic Pain? Twenty percent of Americans have chronic pain. How do you avoid addiction if you need pain pills for chronic pain? This chapter answers questions such as:· Why is most pain under-treated? · Does pain treatment lead to addiction? · What percentage of people become addicted? · Why are so many doctors under-trained in pain management? · What are the barriers to effective pain management? Elders and Drug Abuse and AddictionAre you a senior citizen? Or, are you caring for one? Seniors have twice the risk of becoming addicted to medications. This chapter answers such questions as:· How do you recognize addiction in seniors? · What should you do if a senior you love is addicted? · What are the 23 drugs you should avoid if you’re over 65? · Which pills are most dangerous to seniors? · How can your pharmacist help you with a medicine review? Rod Colvin, M.S., has worked to increase public awareness about prescription drug abuse for the last fifteen years. He has appeared on various national, regional, and local broadcasts. From 2003 to 2005, he served on an advisory panel for the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse, Columbia University, which did a landmark study on prescription drug abuse. He also maintains the popular Web site: www.prescriptiondrugaddiction.com. Colvin is also the author of two other nonfiction books.Trade Review"This well-documented book presents the subject in an authoritative manner. Recommended as an addition to consumer health collections." -- Consumer Connection"This book is a unique and valuable resource. It is concise and easy to read, yet it's comprehensive, thoroughly researched and contains outstanding authoritative references." -- Alan S Hollister, MD, PhD, associate professor of medicine and pharmacology, University of Colorado, on the first edition"This book fills a long-standing voidthat of the need for education about the rampant abuse of prescription medication." -- Jean Sheffield, pharmacist and member, Texas Pharmacy Association, on the first edition"As a physician working with the problems of addiction, I strongly recommend this book. Prescription drug abuse has not received the attention it deserves. This books sheds light on an important and compelling issue." -- David Smith, MD, president, Society of Addiction Medicine, on the first edition

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Book SynopsisIs every day a challenge as you wage your personal battle against addiction? If you’ve fallen into the addiction trap, you are not alone. It is estimated that one out of ten Americans is struggling with addiction. Author Timothy Wulff, M.S.W., is an addiction therapist who has spent more than a decade successfully treating individuals addicted to drugs and alcohol. To identify the source of addiction, Wulff focuses on beliefs about one’s self that develop early in life and that eventually obscure the strong and positive true self, increasing susceptibility to addiction. In The Addiction Battle, Wulff will help you discover where your greatest strengths are buried and teach you how to use their hidden power to overcome addiction. Wulff will teach you how to redefine the terms anger, selfishness, and troublemaking, and make them key tools in shaping your actions from a new healthy perspective: • Anger—It’s a powerful emotion that can be used constructively to protect yourself. • Selfishness—Healthy selfishness is good self-care. Without it, addiction continues. • Troublemaking—the opposite of pleasing others, troublemaking helps you stand up for your own feelings, needs, and desires. Learning to use these tools, which are already part of you, will enable you to reclaim these inner strengths. Through the book’s practical and sensitive pages, Wulff gives you a way to begin your life anew and triumph over addiction.

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