Freedom from addiction is available in the one place that's the most difficult for an addict to be-the present moment. In Natural Rest for Addiction, non-duality teacher and addiction specialist Scott Kiloby offers his Natural Rest program for finding recovery from substance abuse-and addictions of all kinds-through the mindful practice of Resting Presence. If you struggle with alcoholism, drug dependency, or some other form of addiction, you know all too well the urges and cravings that drive your habit. Addiction tells you that something is wrong, that you need something outside of yourself to make you well, something to fill the sense of deficiency you carry inside. These feelings are often tied to deep emotional trauma, anxiety, depression, or pain held in the body that has never fully been acknowledged. But what if you could learn to relax into awareness and accept the difficult thoughts, emotions, and sensations that make you feel like you need to do something-anything-to change your experience? This book will guide you, step by step, into the natural, open, peaceful awareness that is available to you at all times. Using the mindfulness-based Natural Rest program for recovery, you'll learn how to tap into this present-moment awareness throughout the day, relieving yourself of worries about the future or past by allowing your thoughts and feelings to come and go as they are, without grasping at or trying to control them. You'll also learn about the Living Inquiries, a process of self-inquiry developed by Scott Kiloby to target the beliefs, trauma, compulsions, and triggers that keep you trapped in the cycle of suffering and seeking. At the heart of addiction is a constant, desperate desire to alter what you're feeling, to escape from the here and now, to find relief. With Natural Rest for Addiction, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues that underlie addictive behavior and learn how to find peace, freedom, and well-being in the present, one moment at a time.

Auricular Acupuncture & Addiction provides a comprehensive guide to the use of ear acupuncture for the treatment of substance abuse. Rather than focus on the procedural details, it concentrates on the neurological basis of addictive behaviour and its treatment. The treatment itself is straightforward to administer, what is more important is a deep understanding of the addicted patient. It provides a thorough grounding in the theory of Chinese medicine and integrates Chinese medical theory with modern biomedical concepts. Interest in the use of ear acupuncture in the treatment of addiction has grown swiftly. This book is an important step towards taking acupuncture out of `alternative' medicine and integrating it within a modern health service. Key Features: * Scientific explanation of the theories of Qi energy and Yin-Yang * Detailed presentation of the neurological basis of addictive behaviour * Physiological effects of misused drugs discussed in detail * Integrates Chinese medical theory with modern biological concepts * Explains how this clinical intervention can be used in any treatment programme within a variety of settings * Reviews the latest research into the subject * Includes a comprehensive guide to the SMART UK teaching protocol and emphasises the scientific nature of this model * Written by two leading experts in auricular acupuncture and substance misuse * Illustrated throughout in two colours Auricular Acupuncture & Addiction will be important for all students and practitioners working in the addiction field. It will be of particular value to those with an interest in the use of acupuncture as an adjunctive tool in the treatment of addiction.

Emerging Adults in Substance Use Disorder Treatment addresses how a societal shift in the timing of developmental tasks affects treatment outcomes for substance use disorders, which are among the most highly prevalent and costly mental health problems in the United States. It presents readers with a summary of the developmental period of emerging adulthood as well as a comprehensive review of state-of-the-art substance use disorder treatments for this group. There are an estimated 30.6 million emerging adults living in the US, and as many as 34.5% of them have serious problems with substances that often require clinical treatments. That equates to 10.5 million emerging adults ages 18-25 in the United States with a substance use disorder. However, research on substance use disorder treatments for emerging adults lags behind that for adolescents and older adults. This book fills a gap for academic audiences on this important and up-and-coming area of research. The first half of this volume address developmental issues associated with emerging adulthood, paying specific attention to how developmental features influence diagnosis and treatment. The second half of the book presents the state-of-the-science on interventions for emerging adults, with each chapter summarizing either a body of work on a particular type of intervention or a special topic affecting intervention delivery to emerging adults.

Edited by members of the American Society for Adolescent Psychiatry, this is a practical guide to the management of an adolescent drug use and addiction. It provides the knowledge and tools for successful prevention and intervention efforts in adolescents. The handbook is organized in a user-friendly format so that readers can easily locate the information that is required.

Those who act out sexually, whether through pornography, cybersex, prostitutes, voyeurism, and/or multiple affairs, leave their partners reeling in rage, incredible shame, and isolation. This self-help manual is designed to help such partners better understand what is happening in their lives, validate their experiences, and find a path to healing that gives voice to their truth. Claudia Black, PhD is a nationally and internationally recognized expert with experience as a bestselling author. Cara Tripodi, LCSW, CSAT-S is Executive Director of Sexual Trauma and Recovery, Inc. (STAR) in Pennsylvania. Sex addiction is an increasingly discussed topic, frequently making its way into the print, broadcast, and online media. Focused on the recovery of partners of sex addicts. Outlines proactive steps that readers can take to better understand their current circumstances and build healthier relationships and learn how to take care of themselves. Provides valuable psychoeducation and didactic information, as well as skills-building exercises. Written in a style that the lay person can grasp in order to further his or her own recovery process. Useful manual for behavior health professionals to assist the partners of sex addicts seeking counseling/psychotherapy.