Chemical Dependency And Intimacy Dysfunction

Author : Eli Coleman
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 9780866566407
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.06/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chemical Dependency and Intimacy Dysfunction written by Eli Coleman and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 1988 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The failure to deal with social-sexual issues may impair the progress of recovery in a chemically dependent individual and his or her family. The failure to deal with sexual compulsivity in intravenous drug abusers may seriously impair our ability to deal with AIDS. The failure to deal with chemical dependence may render family therapy ineffective in the treatment of sex offenders. Despite the connection between chemical dependency and intimacy dysfunction, the intimacy concerns are rarely recognized in the diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare of the chemically dependent person and his or family. In this pioneering work, experts in the fields of chemical dependence and human sexuality provide professionals with information and skills to deal with intimacy dysfunction issues--offering hope for improving treatment and rehabilitation of chemically dependent individuals and their families. Typical intimacy dysfunctions are explored, as well as treatment methods and strategies that have proven to be effective. A valuable resource guide, this comprehensive volume addresses the key issues in the multidisciplinary approach to the study of chemical dependency and intimacy dysfunction.

Author : Bruce Carruth
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317823990
Total Pages : 294 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chemical Dependency and Intimacy Dysfunction written by Bruce Carruth and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The failure to deal with social-sexual issues may impair the progress of recovery in a chemically dependent individual and his or her family. The failure to deal with sexual compulsivity in intravenous drug abusers may seriously impair our ability to deal with AIDS. The failure to deal with chemical dependence may render family therapy ineffective in the treatment of sex offenders. Despite the connection between chemical dependency and intimacy dysfunction, the intimacy concerns are rarely recognized in the diagnosis, treatment, and aftercare of the chemically dependent person and his or family. In this pioneering work, experts in the fields of chemical dependence and human sexuality provide professionals with information and skills to deal with intimacy dysfunction issues--offering hope for improving treatment and rehabilitation of chemically dependent individuals and their families. Typical intimacy dysfunctions are explored, as well as treatment methods and strategies that have proven to be effective. A valuable resource guide, this comprehensive volume addresses the key issues in the multidisciplinary approach to the study of chemical dependency and intimacy dysfunction.

Author : Claudia Black
Publisher : Central Recovery Press, LLC
ISBN 13 : 1937612015
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Intimate Treason written by Claudia Black and published by Central Recovery Press, LLC. This book was released on 2012-09-18 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A self-help manual for partners affected by sex addiction. Those who act out sexually, whether through pornography, cybersex, prostitutes, voyeurism, and/or multiple affairs, leave their partners reeling in rage, incredible shame, and isolation. In this taboo-shattering and practical guidebook, partners affected by sex addiction can learn to develop healthy boundaries and make positive changes in their lives. The skills-building exercises presented are designed to help partners better understand the disease of addiction and how it is affecting their relationship. Intimate Treason provides a path to healing that gives voice to partners' truths as they travel on their own journey of recovery.

Author : Paldrom Collins
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1440526974
Total Pages : 211 pages
Book Rating : 4.78/5 ( download)

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Download or read book A Couple's Guide to Sexual Addiction written by Paldrom Collins and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2011-11-18 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Like other psychiatric disorders, sexual addiction is a condition that affects peoples' relationships with others as much as it affects their own mental state. Individuals suffering from sexual addiction typically pursue sex through any means possible and often engage in risky forms of sexual activity such as exhibitionism, promiscuous sex with multiple partners, online sex, etc. It's easy to see how a couple's relationship may be challenged by the manifestations and reality of a disorder like this one. A Couple's Guide to Sexual Addiction discusses common relationship issues within the context of sexual addiction and provides the reader with exercises, information, and advice on the following topics: Trust Communication Healthy sexuality & sexual behaviors Family By understanding the reality of sexual addiction and what it means for a relationship, couples will be able to better relate to each other and plan for a successful future.

Author : Eileen B Isaacson
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135836558
Total Pages : 188 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chemical Dependency written by Eileen B Isaacson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This helpful book underscores the importance of working with both the individual and family as part of a comprehensive biopsychosocial approach in assessment, intervention, and treatment of chemical addiction. With many case studies highlighting the treatment guidelines, Chemical Dependency is an ideal guide for professionals and students in addictions studies, mental health, and other human service related fields intent on working with and providing services to individual and family addiction.

Author : P. Golding
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 9400966075
Total Pages : 513 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Alcoholism written by P. Golding and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Ronald Ross Watson
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
ISBN 13 : 146120299X
Total Pages : 527 pages
Book Rating : 4.98/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Addictive Behaviors in Women written by Ronald Ross Watson and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-11-11 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Addictive Behaviors in Women, leading experts from psychiatry, psychology, sociology, and social work concisely review the addictive process and the characteristic behaviors of women who are dependent on alcohol and/or drugs. Topics include why women smoke, the role of personality in female addiction, sexuality issues in chemically dependent women, dieting and alcohol use in women, alcohol's role in sexual assault, and the impact of drug abuse on the family and pregnancy. Addictive Behaviors in Women illuminates the causes and effects of the many lifestyle decisions women make that lead to addiction to drugs, work, sex, gambling, or to any of the many other elective aspects of our lives. It shows how addictive decisions can be avoided and/or treated, thereby making women's lives safer, more productive, and healthier.

Author : Bruce Carruth
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1317786432
Total Pages : 348 pages
Book Rating : 4.36/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Psychological Trauma and Addiction Treatment written by Bruce Carruth and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-10-23 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Important reading for current and future addictions treatment clinicians—this book synthesizes and integrates the expanding body of knowledge about combined trauma/addiction treatment to specifically address the needs of clinicians in addiction treatment environments Here, in a single source, is an essential overview of trauma treatment for people in addiction treatment settings. Psychological Trauma and Addiction Treatment presents specific methodologies and techniques for clients in inpatient and outpatient addiction/mental health settings. The contributors—leading clinicians and researchers in the field—provide a comprehensive set of scientific treatment approaches addressing a broad spectrum of trauma disorders. Psychological Trauma and Addiction Treatment brings you up-to-date, authoritative coverage of: the dynamics of co-occurring psychological trauma and addiction all of the primary treatment frameworks currently utilized in trauma treatment treatment frameworks that take gender into account cognitive therapies in treating these co-occurring disorders the role of psychodynamic psychotherapies in treatment attachment disorders and their relation to trauma and addiction treatment EMDR as a treatment for traumatized addicts the psychoneurology of trauma and the implications of psychoneurology in addictions and trauma treatment how self-help groups can contribute to and limit recovery for psychologically traumatized clients forgiveness therapy as an adjunct to trauma treatment counselor self-care for those who work with this client population Ultimately, this is a book of hope. Every author in this text has a firm belief that people with co-occurring trauma and addiction can recover, can maintain quality relationships, can confront life’s challenges as they arise, and can be happy and fulfilled. Psychological Trauma and Addiction Treatment is designed as essential reading for entry-level and experienced addiction counselors, social workers, professional counselors, psychologists, and others working in the trauma treatment field.

Author : Ph.D. Mary Blomgren
Publisher : AuthorHouse
ISBN 13 : 1420827847
Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4.42/5 ( download)

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Download or read book written by Ph.D. Mary Blomgren and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2005 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This workbook is meant as a guide for individuals working with recovery. Its focus is to enlighten through information and suggestion. The group process whether found in working within a professional setting or a self-help setting is explained. Parenting and recovering the parenting roll in recovery are covered with checklists, coloring book and serious information on abuse. Like any good recipe there are many ingredients, some easier and more accessible than others are, all mix to make change possible. Like making a cake the finished product called recovery needs time to cool and digest.

Author : Richard W. Esterly
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 113480542X
Total Pages : 117 pages
Book Rating : 4.26/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Chemical Dependency and Compulsive Behaviors written by Richard W. Esterly and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-06-17 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a tremendous concern and interest in the number of chemical dependents with co-existing compulsive behaviors. However, no one has developed a theory that can explain the high prevalence of compulsive behaviors in chemical dependents, and more importantly, describe the treatment and recovery implications. The literature and professionals are divided with the counselors/clinicians on one side and the researchers on the other. The authors try to bridge this obvious gap by writing a book that can bring recent genetic/biochemical research to the counselor/clinician in a way that will help them diagnose and treat their patients. This book is the result of the authors' long interest in and study of chemical dependency and compulsive behaviors. It begins with the observation that chemical dependents experience a much higher prevalence of compulsive behaviors than the general population. Although many have written about the two subjects--generally the relationship of a single compulsive behavior to chemical dependency--none have developed a theory with supporting research that ties the type of chemical dependency to specific compulsive behaviors. The authors describe recent research that connects chemical dependency and compulsive behaviors to the underlying genetic/biochemical mechanisms, and provide detailed examinations of the clinical implications of the model as well as case histories.