Sex, drugs, gambling, & chocolate : a workbook for overcoming addictions / A. Thomas Horvath.
By: Horvath, A. Thomas
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BookPublisher: Atascadero, Calif. : Enfield : Impact ; Airlift [distributor], 2004Edition: 2nd ed.Description: 224 p. ; 28 cm.Content type: text Media type: unmediated Carrier type: volumeISBN: 1886230552; 9781886230552.Subject(s): Compulsive behavior -- Treatment -- Popular works | Substance abuse -- Treatment -- Popular works | Illness & addiction: social aspects | Coping with drug & alcohol problems | Health and WellbeingDDC classification: 616.8606 HOR Summary: This workbook alternative to the 12-step programme can help reduce all types of addictive behaviours by approaching them in general rather than separately - because most people prone to addictions have many of them, not just one.
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
There is an alternative to 12-step! You can reduce almost any type of addictive behavior -- from drinking to sex, eating, and the Internet -- with this practical and effective workbook. Treats addictive behaviors in general, not one at a time -- because if you're prone to addictions, you've probably got more than one. Addictive behavior can result from the use of almost any substance, or involvement in almost any activity. The harm that results from the addictive behavior, and the individual's difficulty in controlling it, is what matters. Supported by scientific research, Dr. Horvath approaches addiction as a bad habit, not a disease. He emphasizes taking responsibility, without requiring an allegiance to a "higher power," and teaches general principles of addictive behavior change, so readers can apply them as often as they need. Horvath teaches the consequences (and even possible benefits) of addictive behavior, alternative coping methods, choice, understanding and dealing with urges, building a new lifestyle, preventing relapse. Includes dozens of exercises, self-study questions, guidelines for individual change plans.
Previous ed.: 1998.
Formerly CIP. Uk
Includes bibliographical references and index.
This workbook alternative to the 12-step programme can help reduce all types of addictive behaviours by approaching them in general rather than separately - because most people prone to addictions have many of them, not just one.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- Foreword
- Foreword
- Acknowledgements
- 1. Introduction (p. 1)
- 2. Getting Started (p. 15)
- 3. The Initial Benefits Of Addiction (p. 35)
- 4. The Current Benefits Of Addiction (p. 51)
- 5. The Current Costs Of Addiction (p. 65)
- 6. Coping and Connecting (p. 83)
- 7. You Have Choices (p. 105)
- 8. Identifying Craving (p. 125)
- 9. Understanding Craving (p. 135)
- 10. Coping With Craving (p. 147)
- 11. Other Satisfactions (p. 173)
- 12. Building A New Life (p. 185)
- 13. Following Through (p. 197)
- Appendix A Summary (p. 210)
- Appendix B Bibliography & Resources (p. 213)
- Appendix C SMART Recovery Reading List (p. 219)
- Appendix D Practical Recovery Services (p. 221)
- About the Author (p. 222)
- Index (p. 223)