Download or read book Breaking Free of Addiction written by Deborah Sosin and published by . This book was released on 1917-10-10 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Addiction to drugs and alcohol is one of the most serious medical, psychological, and social problems facing Americans today. But, with help, you can recover. When you feel less alone and more empowered with tools that work and a supportive community, you can begin to build a happier, healthier life--the life you've always wanted. This workbook offers forty-two therapeutic exercises that will help you learn about your problem substance use, make healthy choices, practice new skills, and try strategies to prevent relapse. Grounded in mindfulness-based theory and cognitive-behavioral theory, and the wisdom of self-help movements, the book is divided into nine sections: Start on the Path to Recovery, Get Ready, Know Your Triggers, Take Action, Build a Safety Net, Know Your Feelings, Know Your Thoughts, The Mind-Body Connection, and Look Back and Look Ahead. Each exercise includes an objective, a brief discussion, and an illustrative vignette, followed by the activity. You are invited to reflect on your process throughout and offer feedback. Daily worksheets and a relapse prevention checklist are included.