In today’s world, there is a self-help book for everything. These books give advice, information and motivation to improve a specific aspect of life. addiction recovery is no different. Countless books have been written on overcoming addiction and getting life back on track. Below are some of the most popular books available today on the subject of addiction and a brief description of their contents. we chose these books from the many recommended by our former students; one is even written by one of our former students.
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- Getting Sober: A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Ahead and Living in Recovery
by harry harouunian, 2013 256 pages
dr. Harry is the former Medical Director of the Betty Ford Clinic, this classic book of recovery reveals a step-by-step plan to stay sober. With a focus on reclaiming the power that comes from a life free of dependency, Getting Sober guides readers through the many phases of addiction and recovery without judgment or the overly “educated” language of traditional 12-step plans. .
- A Very Fine House: A Mother’s Story of Love, Faith, and Methamphetamine
by barbara cofer stoefen, 2014 259 pages
elizabeth vargas bravely recounts her journey from addiction to recovery. In this book, she chronicles her life from a childhood cursed with anxiety, a difficult coming of age, and the guilt, struggles, and denial of a working mother suffering from alcoholism.
- between breaths: a memory of panic & addiction
by elizabeth vargas, 2016 257 pages
A Very Fine House is an intimate memoir of the Norman Rockwell family of a mother shaken by her daughter’s slide into methamphetamine addiction and crime. Bright and beautiful, Annie is an unlikely candidate for meth. Living fast and hard on the streets of Bend, Oregon, she commits crimes against herself, the community, and her own family.
- Letting the Thief Go: A Ninety-Day Journey Inside the Thoughts of an Alcoholic
by pamela d. tab, 2018 194 pages
If you are dealing with alcoholism, this book is for you. letting go of the thief is a ninety-day journey into alcoholic thinking. welcome to the chaotic swing of a mind, throbbing with intoxication. spend a few moments in the whirlpool of shame, guilt, and utter despair. the thief will cunningly expose the terror of that human soul steeped in remorse and fear. you will never fully understand this heartbreaking disease until you jump into that circus.
- stop being codependent: how to stop controlling others & start taking care of yourself
by melodie beattie, 2009 278 pages
one of amazon’s best-selling recovery books is no longer co-dependent on melody beattie. This book, first published in 1986, covers addiction from the codependent’s perspective, which also carries over to other areas of life. Filled with case studies and real-life examples, many find this book very relevant to their situation and offers tips for taking control of your own life.
- the language of letting go: daily meditations for codependents
by melodie beattie, 2009 402 pages
Another book by the same author, The Language of Letting Go, has been a staple in the world of recovery since its publication in 1990. In this book, the author incorporates her own life experiences and reflections of recovery into a daily meditation book. this collection is also about codependency and how we fight against it.
- dopesick: dealers, doctors & the pharmaceutical company that addicted the united states
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by beth macy, 2018 385 pages
dopesick by beth macy is another best seller in the united states today. An entirely new book, dopesick covers the opioid crisis from its beginnings to the present day.
“in this masterful work, beth macy takes us to the epicenter of america’s more than twenty-year fight against opioid addiction. from small struggling communities in central Appalachia to affluent suburbs; from disparate cities to once-idyllic farming towns; It is a harrowing trajectory that illustrates how this national crisis has persisted for so long and has become so firmly entrenched.”
- recovery: freedom from our addiction
by mark russell, 2018 360 pages
another self-help style book is freedom from our addictions by russell brand. This well-known comedian, writer, and actor provides his personal testimony of addiction and recovery, providing real-world advice to those entrenched in the same journey.
- beautiful boy: a father’s journey through his son’s addiction
by david sheff, 2009 352 pages
beautiful boy by david sheff is a harrowing memoir about his son’s addiction to methamphetamine and the impact it had on the entire family. This author is not just talking about the struggles, but about the hope that can be found in recovery.
- cleanse: overcome addiction & End America’s Greatest Tragedy
by david sheff, 2014 400 pages
also by david sheff, clean promotes the idea that addiction is a disease and not a moral failing. This book is a guide for those struggling with addiction, but it also works to raise awareness of the overall goal of fighting addiction in America and incorporating effective treatment.
- save me from myself: how i found god, left korn, quit drugs & I lived to tell my story
by brian head, 2008 240 pages
Brian “Head” Welch’s book Save Me From Myself is an honest account of this out-of-control musician’s struggle through addiction and recovery. Welch credits his faith in God for saving him from his destructive lifestyle.
- drop the stone: remove character flaws, steps six & seven
by various authors, 2005 132 pages
In this self-help book, Drop the Rock is a guide to correcting the character flaws that prevent many from recovering. written by authors bill p., todd w. and Sara S., this 2005 book goes into great detail about applying the 12 steps to our lives of recovery.
- breathing underwater: spirituality & the twelve steps
by richard rohr, 2011 176 pages
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richard rohr connects the idea of surrendering to god with healing addiction by breathing underwater. Based on the 12 steps, this book addresses the brokenness that people feel in all different areas of life.
- rewired: a bold new approach to addiction & recovery
by erica spiegelman, 2015 144 pages
Written by Erica Spiegelman, Rewired is described as an innovative approach to combating addiction. Incorporating the concept of self-actualization, this book encourages the reader to search within themselves for the power of healing.
- disabled: a nurse’s story on addiction & recovery
by Patricia Holloran, 2009
This book was written by a nurse named Patricia Holloran who found herself in the midst of the prescription opioid crisis. caught stealing narcotics from the hospital where she worked to feed her addiction, this author wrote this book to provide inspiration to all those who have inadvertently earned the label “addicted.”
- holistic recovery: a revolutionary approach to the treatment of alcoholism & addiction
by john dupuy, 2013 312 pages
Written by John Dupuy, Holistic Recovery works to modernize drug and alcohol treatment using the latest research, techniques, and information. promoting holistic recovery, this author offers an informative and research-based book on why treatment works.
- Alcohol Lied to Me: The Smart Way to Escape Alcohol Addiction
by craig beck, 2012 216 pages
craig beck writes about his own journey to sobriety in alcohol lied to me. this successful businessman spent 20 years controlled by his drinking problem, even after trying countless methods to quit. Beck eventually discovered his own successful method and promotes it in this book.
- In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction
by mate gabor, 2010 520 pages
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts was written by Matt Gabor and is based on his experience working as a doctor for addicted people. this author described addiction as a complex interplay between history, development, chemistry, and the drugs a person uses.
- the gifts of imperfection: let go of who you think you’re supposed to be & accept who you are
by brené brown, 2010 160 pages
The Gifts of Imperfection, written by Brené Brown, is a motivational guide to finding the true self and achieving true beauty. By cultivating feelings of self-esteem, this author promotes well-being and personal growth.
- Recovering from Trauma, Addiction, or Both: Strategies for Finding Your Best Self
by lisa najavits, 2017 277 pages
In recovery from trauma, addiction, or both, author Lisa Najavits focuses on the impact of past trauma on a person’s current addiction. This inspiring book provides real-life examples of how to develop coping skills and set realistic goals for healthy living.
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