Reviews (7)

12 step theologywraped in pseudoscience
There is no such entity as an addictive personalty . Oftenthe author belittiles ,mocks anddiscounts what a substance Abusersays .Few are truelyin denail as they are seeking help , what denial really means is that the person disagrees with the 12 step counslers version of thier life and problems .
Awesome Book on Addiction
This book describes explicitly how an addicts mind works!It is an excellent book for those trying to understand someone with addictive issues.

When you're trying to understand insanity
...this book is the best of the lot.If you are involved with someone with addictions to substance, sex, gambling, obsessive jealousy, etc. this book is for you.It will help you understand what is going on in the other person's mind.I've read them all and recommend this the most.Simple, concise, quick reading.You won't put it down. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alcoholism    2. Alcoholism (Psychiatric Aspects)    3. Drug Addiction (Psychiatric Aspects)    4. Drug addiction    5. Neurology - General    6. Psychological aspects    7. Psychology    8. Psychopathology - Addiction    9. Self-Help    10. Self-deception    11. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    12. Thought and thinking    13. Mind, body, spirit: disciplines & techniques    14. Popular psychology    15. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Reviews (4)

good sobriety but heavy for the mornings
i picked up this book a little bit ago when my sober living home was using it to run its morning meditation group.i am not a morning person and because of this i found it was hard to wrap my mind around what was written.there are alot of good thoughts for the day but i prefer something a little bit lighter to start my day off with.

help
can someone help me to find the rehabcenter on internet?

Mind-Numbing
Repetitive magical drivel for people who want to stick in a rut. Better to get a life instead. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alcoholism (Psychiatric Aspects)    2. Devotional    3. Self-Help    4. Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcoholism    5. Mind, body, spirit: mysticism & self-awareness    6. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Reviews (23)

Well Worth the Effort
In Changing for Good, Prochaska, DeClemente, and Norcross took the model of change that they developed as a means of avoiding the bias inherent in other approaches to the understanding of behavioral change and translated it into a behavioral approach to changing. They have made suggestions for passage through their staged developmental model that can be helpful both to individuals seeking to change entrenched behavior on their own and to therapists who choose to adopt their model in clinical practice.
Excellent Book
Excellent book describing the scientifically evidenced stages of change.This is a must read for clinicians and a great guide for anyone seeking change in their life.Highly recommended.

Changing For Good
The book was in perfect condition and arrived in a timely manner. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Motivational & Inspirational    2. Personal Growth - General    3. Psychology    4. Self-Help    5. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    6. Popular psychology    7. Self-Help & Practical Interests    8. Self-Help / General   

Reviews (10)

Freedom from Mara (Illusion)
This is an interesting dimension on the 12-steps which were Christian in origin and spiritual in nature. One Breath at a Time is a Buddhist slant on the one day at a time approach in recovery. One primary lesson from Buddhist philosophy is that attachment and craving are at the root of suffering. Addiction is both an attachment and a craving whose compulsions take over and trap an individual in an endless cycle. Whether the addiction is to a substance or a behavior the illusion that it frees the person from pain is what mara is ... a mirage promising bounties that are empty. So ... for those who are interested in other perspectives of recovery - this is one read to consider.

Recommended
This book is well written and easy to read.I relapsed with 13+ years in a 12 step program and having a difficult time getting reconnected.As someone with Buddhist leanings who never quite bridged the gap between the steps and Buddhism I found this book to be of great help.If you are even remotely interested in working the 12 steps from a Buddhist perspective I highly recommend this book.

Excellent.
This is the book I have been looking for since I started studying and practicing Buddhism 13 years ago.It is clear, insightful and the author uses his life experience as examples.Kudos! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Buddhism    2. Compulsive behavior    3. Meditation    4. Moral and ethical aspects    5. Recovery    6. Religious aspects    7. Self-Help    8. Self-help techniques    9. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    10. Twelve-Step Programs    11. Body, Mind & Spirit / Spiritualism   

Reviews (4)

Excellent content!
I use this book weekly for a Relapse Prevention group that I run for Dual Diagnosed comsumers- the content is excellent and the consumers enjoy the group. I would reccomend this for anyone in the Substance Abuse field.

Fast
Thank you for shipping my order.I received it very promptly.I was impressed.

Great tool for group therapy
This book is chock full of ideas and tools for clinicians doing group therapy for addictions.Lessons can be used as is or adapted to current curriculum.My only criticism is I wish the book had a spiral binding so copies could be made easily without grey shadows on the edge.Other than that, it is worth the money. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Clinical Psychology    2. Group psychotherapy    3. Psychology    4. Psychopathology - Addiction    5. Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior    6. Psychotherapy - Group    7. Substance abuse    8. Treatment    9. Addiction & therapy    10. Drug addiction & substance abuse    11. Psychology & Psychiatry / Clinical Psychology    12. Addiction   

Subjects:  1. Dual diagnosis    2. Handbooks, manuals, etc    3. Mental illness    4. Planning    5. Psychology    6. Psychopathology - Addiction    7. Psychopathology - Compulsive Behavior    8. Psychotherapy - General    9. Reference    10. Treatment    11. Addiction & therapy    12. Clinical psychology    13. Psychiatry    14. Psychology & Psychiatry / Addictions   

Reviews (10)

Invaluable Resource
This book offers an amazing platform for considering the 12 steps in greater depth, explaining each step from a spiritual and practical perspective. I highly recommend this book to those new to the steps, or to anyone interested in improving their understanding and living a better life.

Happy Customer
Got the book in good shape and in a timely manner.Good price too.

Historic book for anyone who wants to study the 12 steps
This book is great for those who want to go into depth about the original 12 steps.
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Subjects:  1. General    2. Neurology - General    3. Psychology    4. Self-Help    5. Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcoholism    6. Self-Help & Practical Interests    7. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Reviews (12)

Honesty, responsibility, and respect
I was able to refresh my memory, which is required, in not being an enabler, being responsable for my actions and respecting myself again.

Another way to work the Steps!
This time around I'm addressing some core issues and this book is just perfect for where I'm at.It provides a refreshing perspective that complements and supplements ANY other 12 Step program.If you want to go a little bit deeper than the way you usually work the Steps, without complicated or excessive formats, this book is so worth your time!

Brilliant, honest and life-changing
Melody Beattie's books are all incredibly honest and forthright. You can see yourself and your own behaviors in her words - she comes right to the heart of the matter, over and over again. She discusses the nuances of co-dependency in such a way that the reader can take something valuable from every page. This book helps the reader refocus on what is going on and what is important in life. An indispensable guide to recognizing co-dependent behaviors and choosing to leave them behind. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Co-dependence (Psychology)    2. Codependency    3. Codependents    4. Religious aspects    5. Religious life    6. Self-Help    7. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    8. Twelve-Step Programs    9. Marriage, family & other relationships    10. Mind, Body, Spirit    11. Psychology & Psychiatry / General   

Editorial Review

They say if you remember the '60s, you weren't there. But, fortunately, Tom Wolfe was there, notebook in hand, politely declining LSD while Ken Kesey and his Merry Pranksters fomented revolution, turning America on to a dangerously playful way of thinking as their Day-Glo conveyance, Further, made the most influential bus ride since Rosa Parks's. By taking Read more

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I tried, I really really tried.
I got this book at a garage sale and I was really looking forward to reading it.I heard so much about it and was surprised when I also found it in the library, multiple copies, under classics.
fun fun fun
this book is a biography of ken kesey.in case you havent had a flashback recently,he wrote "one flew over the cuckoos nest".but when he made oodles of money from it,he defied the sell out path the other hippies took and went big time in full hippie fashion.no limos here!he bought a school bus and painted it all hippie like.then he drove around the counyties "staging happenings".these stretched from everything from trying to makea 2 day long movie to running a moving radio station from the bus called "klsd" .his seemingly innocentantics ended up in wild times like 2000 people showing up at his farm after a beatles concert,the hells angels cleaning up in aprons and even crazier stuff.loads more!anyhow,they eventualy start doing "acid tests".youre gonna gave to trust me on this but these tests are really cool.id tell you but its a suprise.id rate this as one of the top ten best books ever.

Excellent
A highly recommended read about the rise of the West Coast drug culture in the 60's. Ken Kesey's windfall from his "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" book acts as the catalyst to the whole thing. From LSD laced kool-aid, through to the Prankster' all night parties - music provided by the new band "The Grateful Dead", to hanging out with the Hell's Angels, Allen Ginsberg, Timothy Leary, The Beatles (not quite), falling foul of the law and the resulting flee south of the border. Wolfe does an excellent job bringing it all together...well worth reading and I'm sure for some there will be moments of nostalgia. Newsweek rates it "An American Classic"...absolutely. Essential reading for any one interested in this chapter of American, and ultimately world, history. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Popular Culture - Counter Culture    2. Popular Culture - General    3. Social Science    4. Sociology    5. Subculture    6. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    7. Modern fiction    8. Social Science / Popular Culture   

Reviews (9)

Saved my life
This book is for anyone going through any type of recovery: codependency, addiction, divorce. Daily affirmations that tell us that yes we are important and we are not crazy!

More Excellent Work
I don't think we as human beings actually recognize the power of daily reading, meditation, and reflecting.Practicing these powerful principles allows us to remain mindful of the moment and reflect upon the deeper question in our lives.To devote ourself to a daily meditation and to journal on these quiet times is priceless and will certainly aid in the evolution of our soul.For me this practice has allowed an awakening to take place and opens my life up to all the opportunities that are available in this universe.Please give this practice a try!This book will help you in your journey of living and cultivating an active consciousness in your daily life.
More Language of Letting Go, Equally good as the first!
This is another fine example of the inner wisdom of Melody Beattie.Her books have helped me TREMENDOUSLY with my life, though I'm not a 12 stepper.It applies to life for all of us! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Codependency    2. Codependents    3. Devotional    4. Devotional calendars    5. English    6. Meditations    7. Prayer-books and devotions    8. Religious aspects    9. Self-Help    10. Christian spirituality    11. Gift books    12. Marriage & relationships    13. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Reviews (7)

Kitty Got it Right
In 1995 my husband had exhausted all traditional treatments for depression.The Duke neurologists sent us to Menninger in Topeka, KS for ECT. My husband had 15 treatments.He left the hospital the week after his last treatment.(He was a retired Executive who had become catatonic in his depressive-state).He then began living again...He returned to his Gentleman's Farm in North Carolina and re-took the reigns.He had more energy than I did, and I was 30 years younger...
Truly Informative
My Psychiatrist mentioned ECT Treatments some time ago and I immediately dismissed the suggestion based on my ignorance of it.I was uninformed and afraid of it.But, after reading this book, I'm going to bring up the subject of ECT Treatments next session.I don't know what will happen, but ECT is now an option for me to at least seriously consider.
Fantastic
This book is excellent--it shares a personal experience, and also provides recent data regarding ECT. I would recommend it to anyone who suffers from severe depression or knows anyone who does. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Biography / Autobiography    2. Depression    3. Electroconvulsive Therapy    4. Mental Depression    5. Mental Health    6. Mood Disorders    7. Psychology    8. Specific Groups - General    9. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    10. Psychology & Psychiatry / Mental Health   

Reviews (10)

I loved this book
If you are an ACoA (Adult Child of an Alcoholic), I recommed this book and all of the books by Janet Woititz.I've read many of them, they are easy reads and so informative.It is really helpful to learn about other's experiences and struggles, and to hear advice on how to help you now.My favorite part of this book is the chapter called "So, you love an ACoA..." and is good for your partner to read to help them understand things like why you might overreact to certain situations or have such a negative view of yourself.Don't be turned off by the old cover, mine looked like it was from 1960 or something, the book is not outdated by any means.

essential
as a partner to an ACOA this is a must read for anyone involved in this kind of relationship.easy to read, easy to understand, and full of AHA! moments. great information!

I learned about healthy relationships
I thought I knew about relationships and how to make one work and what it took to keep one going.I thought my past failures were a product of bad timing.I did not see why I went after the wrong people, prused bad situations and stayed when I should have left.This book opened my eyes and changed my perspective.It was brilliant. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alcoholics    2. Alcoholism    3. Codependency    4. Family relationships    5. Interpersonal Relations    6. Self-Help    7. Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcoholism    8. Coping with drug & alcohol abuse    9. Marriage, family & other relationships    10. Self-Help / Codependency   

Reviews (3)

Extremely Helpful
Within my firts three years of sobriety I read this along with the second and third year edition.They were extremely accurate and helped me to deal with the trials and tribulations of sobriety at the time.I would recommend these titles to anyone who desires to be knowledgable and gain understanding about the process of recovery they are engaged in.

What to Expect from Sobriety
I found this to be a very useful addition to AA literature for people who are making their first serious attempt at getting sober and staying sober.The author understands the challenges that alcoholics/addicts face and presents interesting case studies of people who have faced the struggles and the victories of a newly sober person in this crazy world. First-Year Sobriety
Excellent book for people with either short or long term sobriety.The content is very realistic and I believe that anyone will find a story or two in here that will relate to them.Has helped me much.Also a good book to hold onto for future reference. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alcoholics    2. Case studies    3. Recovery    4. Rehabilitation    5. Self-Help    6. Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcoholism    7. United States    8. Coping with personal problems    9. Drug addiction & substance abuse    10. Self-Help & Practical Interests    11. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Reviews (3)

One of the most important books I've ever read
I initially bought this book because I wondered if being in love was just an addiction.But I learned so much more than that.This book should be helpful for practically everyone.It talks about how our love relationships are related to unmet needs from childhood.It described my parents relationship almost exactly and I see how it affected me. It was amazing that anyone knew all this stuff.

Very Helpful
Not only discusses the symptoms, but also walks you through some steps to stop it, and to work through it. A wonderful book. I keep it on my bedside and consult it frequently even though I have read it cover to cover.

An excellent resource for addicts who want real love!
I can't believe I am the first one to review this book! After struggling with addictions of all sorts for years (including alcohol, drugs, sex, and love addiction), I finally determined why I kept sabotaging my relationships with women. My compulsive search for something to help me feel less pain came from my childhood, and this book was the stepping stone that helped me see that there was hope to overcome this tricky addiction, seek help, and learn to love myself and others with authenticity. Read more

Subjects:  1. Codependency    2. Interpersonal Relations    3. Love    4. Psychology    5. Relationship addiction    6. Self-Help    7. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    8. Marriage, family & other relationships    9. Self-Help / Substance Abuse    10. Sex & sexuality   

Reviews (5)

A book about me
Sexual anorexia
Finally a deeper perspective
After having tried different kinds of books and therapy which mainly is focusing on the technical aspects of sex with little success or progress, I feel that this book really goes behind the technical and offers a more complete explanation as to why some people have a difficult relationship with sex.
Empathetic and brave
This book has been very useful to me. It's written with a good deal of compassion and insight, and even though I think the authors oversimplify some issues, they manage to get near the heart of what makes sex so difficult for many people. The recommended activities are generally weak and none too useful, but that's true of most self-help books. Even the good ones. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Love / Sex / Marriage    2. Psychology    3. Psychopathology - General    4. Self-Help    5. Sexual aversion disorders    6. Sexual disorders    7. Sexuality    8. Complementary Medicine    9. Gender studies    10. Mind, body, spirit: disciplines & techniques    11. Popular psychology    12. Self-Help / Substance Abuse    13. Sex & sexuality   

Reviews (27)

Inconveniently honest
Additictions & Grace did not spare the truth about addictions, chemical, behavioral and people.However, as always, grace abounds for those caught in the snares of addiction. The Great Hound of Heaven continues His relentless pursuit of those who are lost until they are found.

Spirituality
Excellent book discussing the spirituality surrounding addiction and recovery.Spirituality, in my opinion, is the essence and a necessity in recovery and daily life.Highly recommended read.

A Complete Guide to Addiction.
This book covers the physical, psychological and spiritual aspects of addiction. The chapters on the physical and psychological aspects of addiction are excellent. The chapters on the spiritual aspect of addiction lacked a unifying systematic theology and at times seem rambling. The book ends with some good advice on overcoming addiction including not making addictions more complicated than they need to be, and living with the longing that is within all of us. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Christianity    2. Compulsive behavior    3. Moral and religious aspects    4. Neurology - General    5. Reference    6. Religious aspects    7. Self-Help    8. Spirituality - General    9. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    10. Substance abuse    11. Coping with personal problems    12. Personal Christian testimony & popular inspirational works    13. Self-Help / Substance Abuse   

Editorial Review

In recent decades, many of those studying alcoholism have come to see it as a disease, rather than as a character flaw or a failure of will. And yet, alcoholism is most often treated through counseling. Joan Mathews Larson and her colleagues at the HealthRecovery Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, discovered a series of nutritional deficiencies in alcoholics, and found that with proper dietary adjustments, they could help almost three-quarters of their patients kick the bottle for good. Read more

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nutrition IS a major part of happy sobriety!
The prose style of this book is not necessarily my favorite, but the information contained within it is INDISPENSIBLE to understanding how and why so many people get "unhappy" or "depressed" in sobriety...we alcoholics have a different chemical makeup, and in the ways in which we are nutritionally deficient, or are unable to utilize nutrients, or need EXTRA nutrients, or the various maladies that are common to many of us which result in these negative emotional states:thyroid problems, hypoglycemia, candida albicans (yeast) infection, etc...we are all the same in so many different respects.Larson brings all these things together and gives great refences/bibliographies.She also heads up a treatment center which uses this information in the treatment of alcoholism.It is worth it's weight in gold.

This Book Works.
I read this book ten and a half years ago and haven't had alcohol since.I drank heavily for twelve years and tried countless times over those years to cut back or quit altogether -- I tried counseling, AA, Antabuse, and every book on the shelves at the time; nothing worked.The approach in this book worked the first time.For most of the past decade, I rarely even think about alcohol.AA is NOT the only answer.Read this book.If it makes sense to you, try it.Some days still won't be easy but you may find you have a fighting chance for once.

Best Kept Secret of the 21st Century!
I drank for 30 years. Tried to quit for the last 10 years. This book works! What more can I say? ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Alcohol    2. Alcoholism    3. Complications    4. Diet Therapy    5. Diets - Special Conditions    6. Physiological effect    7. Psychology    8. Psychopathology - Addiction    9. Self-Help    10. Substance Abuse & Addictions - Alcoholism    11. Coping with drug & alcohol abuse    12. Self-Help / Alcoholism   

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I know, I know, it's not all true .....
We all are more than aware that James Frey's books are not all based on his experiences but that doesn't change the fact that both "A Million Little Pieces" and "My Friend Leonard" are powerful stories. The characters are riveting, the story line is completely engrossing, and Frey's writing style adds so much to the story. "My Friend Leonard" was intense, funny, painful, and inspiring.I just finished it last night and would recommend it to anyone.I think that people/the media need to stop judging James Frey for taking creative license in his writing and just accept both books for what they are: very strong, readable stories that draw you in from page 1 and move you.

A wonderful book, even if it is fiction...
I remember vaguely hearing about James Frey and the whole Oprah thing, which seemed a little ridiculous. But I was still curious about his book "A Million Little Pieces". So I bought the book and read it, I loved it. For me it was eye opening, everyday I work with criminals and drug addicts but I have never been one myself. As much as I want to help them, I don't understand what they have experienced. Mr.Frey's books have laid out a story of addiction and recovery that is butural, yet honest and accurate. "My Friend Leonard" is a touching story that nicely finshes off the saga that "A Million Little Pieces" begins. I would recommend them both to anyone, they are captivating and honest about the horrors of drug addiction. Even though parts of what Mr.Frey wrote are not true, you cannot deny good writing and a good story.

that man can write...
regarless of the controversy over the fact that portions of this book, along with "a million little pieces" is fictional... there is one undeniable fact... james frey can write. i loved this book... i cried though over half of it... he easily sucks you into his life... you root an cheer for his relationships, mourn for his loss' an feel a sense of pride with every good decison he makes. this is a must read for everyone. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 1969-    2. Biography    3. Biography & Autobiography    4. Biography / Autobiography    5. Biography/Autobiography    6. Drug And Alcohol Abuse Treatment    7. Entertainment & Performing Arts - General    8. Ex-convicts    9. Frey, James,    10. Male friendship    11. Penology    12. Personal Memoirs    13. Prison Life    14. Psychopathology - Addiction    15. Recovering addicts    16. United States    17. Biography & Autobiography / Entertainment & Performing Arts   

Subjects:  1. Assessment, Testing & Measurement    2. Compulsive behavior    3. Diagnosis    4. Psychodiagnostics    5. Psychology    6. Psychopathology - Addiction    7. Substance abuse    8. Treatment    9. Addiction & therapy    10. Psychology & Psychiatry / Addictions   

Reviews (4)

Wonderful Book
This is a wonderful book for daily use in recovery.Daily meditation is powerful in the healing process and can act as a guide through our 24 hours sober.Remember thats all sobrity is is 24 hours sober.Best of wishes and enjoy your daily journey of recovery one step at a time.Highly recommended.

Good Daily Reader
I purchased this reader for someone just starting out with a 12 step program. I couldn't get this person to attend daily nor weekly meetings BUT, I could get them to read this daily reader. After just a few weeks of committing to this reader, they have now found the courage to start attending meetings. I can speak rather highly of most if not all of the Hazelden publications! Keep It Simple
This book covers almost every topic you could imagine.It offers solutions not only for recovery but for a way of living one's daily life to the fullest.This book is wonderful to use in recovery meetings and offers a great number of group participation!This book is also an asset to read on a daily basis in order to start one's day!I highly recommend it! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Devotional calendars    2. English    3. General    4. Meditations    5. Patients    6. Prayer    7. Prayer-books and devotions    8. Psychology    9. Religious aspects    10. Self-Help    11. Substance Abuse & Addictions - General    12. Substance abuse    13. Twelve-Step Programs    14. Mind, body, spirit: disciplines & techniques    15. Self-Help / Substance Abuse