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Title: Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception
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| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden Absolute must-have for anyone interested in addictions |
| I was assigned this book for my Biopsychosocial aspects of addictions course in grad school for counseling. This is definitely a book I will not be selling back. It is extremely reader-friendly and offers great insight into the way addicts think. Twerski does a fabulous job of explaining addictive behavior and cognitive processes as well as explaining codependency. Whether you're in school and studying addictions, just curious about the topic, or have an addict in your life, I strongly recommend reading this book. |
| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden I can quit reading this book any time I want |
| For such a small book, it has a whole lot of insight into how addicts fool themselves into staying in their destructive patterns. I think this book would be useful both for the recovering addict (myself included) as well as family members who are struggling to understand and support recovery efforts. Dr. Twerski writes in a very clear, direct manner, and I find myself wishing the chapters were longer so I could learn even more. He tells of several of his experiences with patients which really help to drive his point home. If you are an addict or know of somebody struggling with addiction, I think this book can help you notice which behaviors should change. |
| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden Wonderful, and right on time... |
I read this book, making notations every night before bed for about a week. Since, and during this read, I'm in the process of being able to recognize my own addict-voice, (key in recovery!) who's purpose is to binge. I am extremely grateful for having picked this up, I struggle with addiction, and this has given me another tool to stay on track, there's TONS of good information within this slim and easy to read book!
Thank you to Abraham J. Twerski!!! |
| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden Addicts Think? |
| Perfect for anyone with an addiction problem. Dr. Twerski provides a number of excellent case studies showing the illogical thinking processes of people with addictive disorders. A very popular myth is that addicts are somehow basically smarter than most people. This book shows why only addicts think that. |
| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden Most helpful book I've read |
| I read alot of books on addiction after a personal nightmare dealing with an addict- and this one of all of them was the most helpful in explaining an addict's thinking process. Many of us dealing with an addicted loved one feel lost and confused by their behavior. This book was so illuminating I've passed it on and on. Read this if nothing else. |
| Addictive Thinking, Second Edition: Understanding Self-Deception by Hazelden Product Description |
Addictive thought is inherently self-deceptive, yet offers a superficial logic that can be misleading to the addict as well as to the addict's family members. Abnormal thinking in addiction was originally recognized by members of Alcoholics Anonymous, who coined the term "stinking thinking." Addictive thinking often appears rational, but only on a superficial level. Addicts, as well as their family members, are easily seduced by the attendant -- and erroneous -- reasoning process it can foster. In Addictive Thinking, author Abraham Twerski reveals how self-deceptive thought can undermine self-esteem and threaten the sobriety of a recovering individual. This timely revision of the original classic includes updated information and research on depression and affective disorders, the relationship between addictive thinking and relapse, and the origins of addictive thought. Ultimately, Addictive Thinking offers hope to those seeking a healthy and rewarding life in recovery. Dr. Twerski is founder and medical director of the Gateway Rehabilitation Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. A rabbi, psychiatrist, and chemical dependency counselor, he is the author of numerous journal articles and books including Self Discovery in Recovery, I Didn't Ask to be in This Family: Sibling Relationships and How They Shame Adult Behavior and Dependencies and, with "Peanuts" cartoonist Charles Schulz, When Do the Good Things Start? |
