Overview
Spirituality and Chemical Dependency shares current thinking on how spirituality is used in recovery from alcoholism and other forms of chemical dependency. The 12-Step programs have been the most successful form of treatment thus far; you will find the insight in this book to be revealing as to why.
Each of the contributors has devoted a significant part of his or her life to help those suffering from chemical addiction. In each chapter, the author gives ideas on specific aspects of spirituality in the 12-Step context and answers the ever-important question “So what?!” to provide guidelines for healthy spirituality in the addicted person.
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Synopsis
Spirituality and Chemical Dependency shares current thinking on how spirituality is used in recovery from alcoholism and other forms of chemical dependency. The 12-Step programs have been the most successful form of treatment thus far; you will find the insight in this book to be revealing as to why.
Each of the contributors has devoted a significant part of his or her life to help those suffering from chemical addiction. In each chapter, the author gives ideas on specific aspects of spirituality in the 12-Step context and answers the ever-important question “So what?!” to provide guidelines for healthy spirituality in the addicted person.
Booknews
Also published as the Journal of Chemical Dependency Treatment v.5, no.2, 1995, the collected essays discuss each step of the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step program focusing on how spirituality is used in recovery. Additional contributions examine chemical dependency treatment in the field of art therapy, and specific issues for gay, lesbian, and Native American populations. Paper edition (1-56023-069- X), $14.95. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)