Recovery from Trauma, Addiction, or Both: Strategies for Finding Your Best Self
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| Rating | : | 4.56 (835 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1462530303 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 277 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-17 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
It’s a step-by-step road to recovery from the enslavement of trauma and addiction. This is the sort of book you put by your bedside to visit over and over again as a guide to dealing with numbing, addiction, the secrets you try to keep from yourself, and underlying issues. Lucid and eminently practical, it summarizes what Dr. Najavits shows how to do so with dignity and pride in what you may accomplish. "This is a terrific book. Najavits speaks to diverse audiences in a way that is clear, practical, and deeply engaging. Covington, PhD, LCSW, author of A Woman's Way through the Twelve Steps. Professionals too can use this as a companion to therapy, allowing patients to extend their efforts through a flexible but carefully
Every chapter features inspiring words from people who have "been there," plus carefully designed reflection questions, exercises, and other practical tools. Trauma and addiction are two of the most common and difficult issues that people face--but it truly is possible to heal. Mental health professionals, see also the author's Seeking Safety: A Treatment Manual for PTSD and Substance Abuse, which presents an evidence-based treatment approach developed specifically for PTSD and substance abuse.. *Keep yourself safe and find support. *Choose compassion over self-blame and shame. In this motivating book, leading expert Lisa Najavits explains the link between trauma and