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Author:

Colvin, Geoffrey, 1941- author.

Title:

Break the cycle of alcoholism : skills for healthy sobriety / Geoff Colvin, Bob Wiese, Tina Wells.

Publisher:

Behavior Associates,

Copyright Date:

2012

Description:

320 pages ; 23 cm

Subject:

Alcoholism--Treatment.
Alcoholics--Rehabilitation.

Other Authors:

Wiese, Bob, author.
Wells, Tina, author.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 303-309) and index.

Contents:

The problem of alcoholism -- Understanding the pathway to alcoholism -- Making the commitment -- Tools for detoxification -- Tools for defusing cravings -- Tools for meeting initial needs -- Key considerations for personal growth -- Skills for autonomous growth -- Skills for cognitive growth -- Skills for social growth -- Skills for emotional growth -- Addressing relapses as needed -- Frequently asked questions -- Closing remarks -- Appendices of reproducible forms.

Summary:

This book is a guide for finding a healthy alternative to the pathway of alcoholism. It begins with a comprehensive review of the pervasive and debilitating effects of alcoholism and provides an understanding of how alcoholism is established and maintained through the application of behavioral psychology. Detailed information is provided what it takes to obtain initial sobriety and attain and sustain quality, healthy, and lifelong sobriety. Many examples and practical strategies are provided throughout the book and each major topic area is accompanied with reproducible checklists, action plans, and pertinent illustrations.

ISBN:

0963177753
9780963177759 (softcover)

OCLC:

(OCoLC)808020732

Locations:

GBPF771 -- Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library (Ankeny)

YTPG232 -- Clinton Public Library (Clinton)

TDPH826 -- Davenport Public Library (Davenport)

MXPG943 -- Fort Dodge Public Library (Fort Dodge)

LAPH975 -- Sioux City Public Library (Sioux City)

GDPF771 -- Urbandale Public Library (Urbandale)