The addiction recovery skills workbook
Subtitle: changing addictive behaviors using CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing techniques
By: Suzette Glasner-Edwards ; foreword by Richard A Rawson
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Published: 2015
Language: eng
Number of pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9781626252790; 9781626252806; 9781626252783
Subjects: Psychopathology; Substance Abuse & Addictions; Substance abuse; Social Services & Welfare; Treatment; POLITICAL SCIENCE; SELF-HELP; Addiction; Public Policy; Social Security; PSYCHOLOGY; BODY, MIND & SPIRIT; Substance-Related Disorders; Rehabilitation; Addicts; General; Therapeutic use; Therapy; Psychotherapy; Meditation
Description: "Is your addiction taking control of your life? This book provides an integrative, seven-step program to help you finally overcome drug and alcohol addiction, once and for all. If you struggle with addiction, seeking treatment is a powerful, positive first step toward eventual recovery. But gaining an understanding of the causes of addiction-such as feelings of helplessness or loss of control-is also crucial for recovery. In this book, addiction expert Suzette Glasner-Edwards offers evidence-based techniques fusing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based relapse prevention to help you move past your addictive behaviors. On the long road to addiction recovery, you need as many tools as possible to help you stay sober and reach your destination. That's why this is the first book to combine research-proven motivational techniques, CBT, and mindfulness-based strategies to help you create your own unique recovery plan. The book can be used on its own or as an adjunct to rehab or therapy. It also makes a wonderful resource for loved ones and professionals treating addiction. If you're ready to take that important first step toward recovery, this book can help you beat your addiction and get back to living a full, meaningful life"--

"For people with addiction, seeking treatment is a powerful, positive step toward eventual recovery. But gaining an understanding of the root causes of addiction--such as feelings of helplessness or loss of control--is also crucial for recovery. In this book, addiction expert Suzette Glasner-Edwards offers evidence-based techniques fusing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based relapse prevention to help readers understand and conquer their addictive behaviors, once and for all"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.