The Recovery Book

by Mooney, Al J.; Eisenberg, Arlene; Dold, Catherine (CON); Haroutunian, Harry

• ISBN13: 9781563050848
• ISBN10: 1563050846
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1992-01-10
• Publisher: Workman Pub Co

Summary

A unique collaboration between Dr. Al Mooney, head of the Willingway Hospital, Arlene Eisenberg, coauthor of the What to Expect books, and medical journalist Howard Eisenberg, The Recovery Bookis the first book to explain exactly what a recovering addict and his or her family will face during every stage of living clean and sober. The authors provide a wealth of information on in- and out-patient services, support groups, family relationships, temptations, and worries. Hundreds of questions and answers address every particular of what a person in recovery can expect, from mental and physical health concerns to why a former cocaine addict should not use Windex. What withdrawal is like. When the euphoria of not drinking wanes. Feeling uncomfortable at AA. Regaining trust. Sleep problems. What to tell co-workers. Twenty ways to dump depression and anxiety. Making and using leisure time. Learning what normal is. From detox to the three phases of recovery--Saving Your Life, Enriching Your Life, Prolonging Your Life--The Recovery Book leads addicts through recovery's highs, lows, pitfalls, and challenges. Includes sections on AA and other support groups, exercise, health, the Clean and Sober Recovery Diet, and quitting smoking. First prize winner of the 1993 Markie Award, sponsored by the National Foundation for Alcoholism and Addiction Communication (NFAAC). Over 209,000 copies in print.

Author Biography

Al J. Mooney, M.D., is Medical Director of Willingway Hospital in Statesboro, Georgia. Arlene Eisenberg is co-author of the bestselling What to Expect series of pregnancy and childcare books. Howard Eisenberg is a medical journalist and co-author of How to Be Your Own Doctor (Sometimes).

Table of Contents

Foreword

Introduction: Reaching for Life Preservers

Recovery Road Map

Understanding recovery

Getting Sober: If You-Yre Not Sober Yet, Start Here

The First Step: Deciding To Quit

Roads To Clean And Sober

A Close Look At Inpatient Treatment

Going Through Detox

Phase One: Saving Your Life

Getting To Know Alcoholics Anonymous

AA: The Facts And Your Feelings

Maintaining Sobriety In Phase One

Thwarting Temptation

Your Relationships And Social Life

Your Love Life In Recovery

Work And Money Issues In Phase One

Taking Care Of Your Body In Phase One

Lifestyle And Health In Phase One

Mind, Emotions, And Spirit In Phase One

For Teens Only

Moving Into Phase Three: Repairing And Enjoying Your Life

Maintaining Sobriety In Pahse Two

Your Support Group In Phase Two

Your Relationships In Phase Two

Your Work And Finances In Phase Two

Mind, Body, And Spirit In Phase Two

On To Phase Three: Prolonging Your Life

Recovery Issues In Phase Three

Eating Your Way To A Long-Lasting Recovery

Tobacco: When Life Goes Up In Smoke

Exercise In Recovery

Chemical Dependency: A Family Disease-Xwhat Every Family Member Should Know

The Chemical Child

Living With Someone In Recovery: Your Role

Living With Someone In Recovery: Your Concerns

The Rest Of Your Life In Recovery: Making The Most Of Your Chemical-Free Life

Relapse Alert

The Challenges

For Your Information Resources: Where To Get Help A Glossary Of Recovery Terminology

A Note to Physicians

A Note to Employers

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