Adult Children Of Alcoholics Syndrome

Author : Wayne Kritsberg
Publisher : Bantam
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1988-03-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 0553272799

Get Book

Adult Children of Alcoholics Syndrome by Wayne Kritsberg Pdf

A complete self-help program for adult children of alcoholics More than 28 million Americans grew up in alcoholic families. They bear a painful legacy of confusion, fear, anger and hurt—and they are at shockingly high risk of marrying an alcoholic or becoming alcoholics themselves. In this authoritative book, Wayne Kritsberg shows how to recognize—and remedy—the long-term effects of the dysfunctional, alcoholic family. His proven techniques, based on extensive clinical experience using the Family Integration System offer real help and real hope for adult children of alcoholics—and those they love.

Author : Tony A.,Hamilton Adler A.,Dan F.
Publisher : Hci
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1990-01-01
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1558741054

Get Book

The Laundry List by Tony A.,Hamilton Adler A.,Dan F. Pdf

The originator of the ACoA "Laundry Lists" gives an insider's view of the early days of the ACoA movement. Tony A. discusses what it means to be an adult child of an alcoholic parent and what the self-help group can do for its members. Includes stories, history and helpful information for the ACoA.

Author : Janet G. Woititz
Publisher : Health Communications, Inc.
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 1990-11
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781558741126

Get Book

Adult Children of Alcoholics by Janet G. Woititz Pdf

Describes the symptoms and treatment of alcoholism and examines the ways it can disrupt family relationships

Author : Adult Children of Alcoholics (Association)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 646 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Adult children of alcoholics
ISBN : 0978979702

Get Book

Adult Children by Adult Children of Alcoholics (Association) Pdf

This is the official ACA Fellowship Text that is Adult Children of Alcoholics World Service Organization (ACA WSO) Conference Approved Literature. Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families (ACA) is an independent 12 Step and 12 Tradition anonymous program.

Author : Tian Dayton
Publisher : Health Communications, Inc.
Page : 314 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2012-09-03
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9780757316449

Get Book

The ACOA Trauma Syndrome by Tian Dayton Pdf

Bestselling author, psychologist, and psychodramatist Dayton examines childhood trauma through an exploration of the way the brain and body process frightening or painful emotions and experiences.

Author : Douglas H. Ruben
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 302 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780126011302

Get Book

Treating Adult Children of Alcoholics by Douglas H. Ruben Pdf

Treating Adult Children of Alcoholics showcases the first collection of treatment chapters devoted entirely to a systematic behavioral analysis of drinking and nondrinking offspring of alcoholic families. The author identifies the functional and behavioral characteristics that make up the adult children of alcoholics (ACOA) syndrome. This compendium combines current innovations in behavioral medicine with multi-componential interventions shown effective with the variety of disorders evident in this patient population. This handbook for practitioners is richly laced with case examples and addresses the needs of therapists seeking fast, effective and proven treatments for longstanding clinical symptoms of children of alcoholics. First book to use behavioral analysis to talk about Adult Children of Alcoholics Gives introductory principles of conditioning in opening chapters for novice readers First book to say ACOA patterns are predictable, measurable, and treatable in a short time Gives scientifically based criteria to "rate your date" and prevent repeated relationship failures Introduces a new assessment device to diagnose ACOAs Warns therapists of recovery sabotage and how to overcome it

Author : M. D. Bey,R. N. Bey
Publisher : M. Evans
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2007-05-25
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781590771730

Get Book

Loving an Adult Child of an Alcoholic by M. D. Bey,R. N. Bey Pdf

The child of an alcoholic develops patterns of behavior during childhood which carry over into adult life. As children they were taught to cover up the family secret and suppress their feelings. No matter what is going on, as adults, when asked how she or he is doing your partner will likely answer "fine." Distrust, fear of abandonment, and sensitivity to criticism are all major issues for your adult child. Recognizing these patterns and changing the ones that cause problems will help you and your partner enjoy a deeper relationship.

Author : Herbert L. Gravitz,Julie D. Bowden
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2015-12-29
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781439147900

Get Book

Recovery by Herbert L. Gravitz,Julie D. Bowden Pdf

Rich with insight and awareness, Recovery explores the secrets, fears, hopes and issues that confront adult children of alcoholics. Authors and widely respected therapists and ACOA workshop leaders Herbert Gravitz and Julie Bowden detail in a clear question-and-answer format the challenges of control and inadequacy that ACOAs face as they struggle for recovery and understanding, stage-by-stage: Survival * Emergent Awareness * Core Issues * Transformations * Integration * Genesis. If you feel troubled by your post, Recovery will start you on the path of self-awareness, as it explores the searching questions adult children of alcoholics seek to hove answered: * How con I overcome my need for control? * Do all ACOAs ploy the some kind of roles in the family? * How do I overcome my fear of intimacy? * What is all-or-none functioning? * How can ACOAs maintain self-confidence and awareness after recovery? * How do ACOAs handle the family after understanding its influence? * And many other important questions about your post, family and feelings. Written with warmth, joy and real understanding, Recovery will inspire you to meet the challenges of the post and overcome the obstacles to your happiness.

Author : Daryl E. Quick
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009-11-21
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830878165

Get Book

The Healing Journey for Adult Children of Alcoholics by Daryl E. Quick Pdf

I feel like people leave me abandoned all the time. Sometimes I'm so afraid for what seems like no reason. I just don't seem to have any energy. Why do the same thoughts keep racing through my mind? I usually don't feel happy or sad. If there isn't real excitement, I feel bored. I want to be close to people, but I just never make it. Do you see yourself in this list? Children of alcoholic parents have suffered wounds that affect their lives for years to come. They learn to protect themselves from the pattern of hurt that they have come to expect in life. The results of such constant vigilance against pain can range from ulcers, sleeplessness, addictions, depression and anger to a string of broken relationships. But adult children of alcoholics can go through a healing journey that will help them recover from their painful past and be set free to live as God intended. Daryl Quick takes readers step by step through new ways of feeling, thinking and acting that will replace the ineffective patterns they have been locked into for years. With moving stories and helpful exercises, Quick shows how adult children of alcoholics can find hope and healing. A book for those who want to recover from their past.

Author : Jane Middelton-Moz,Lorie Dwinell
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2010-08-12
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780757393372

Get Book

After the Tears by Jane Middelton-Moz,Lorie Dwinell Pdf

Adult children of alcoholics have learned how to "survive," but often have difficulty "living" their lives. The trauma and grief of childhood losses affect every aspect of the life of an adult child of an alcoholic (ACoA). Now the authors of the bestselling After the Tears offer further insight into the origin and cost of childhood pain for those who grew up in alcoholic families. In this revised and expanded edition, Jane Middelton-Moz and Lorie Dwinell combine their years of experience in working with ACoAs, tackling issues such as intimacy, sibling relationships, codependency, breaking the alcoholic pattern, building a relationship with the inner child, forgiveness, and opening a window to spirituality.

Author : Janet G. Woititz
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 135 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2010-01-01
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780757393419

Get Book

Adult Children of Alcoholics by Janet G. Woititz Pdf

In the 1980's, Janet Woititz broke new ground in our understanding of what it is to be an Adult Child of an Alcoholic. In this updated edition of her bestseller she re-examines the movement and its inclusion of Adult Children from various dysfunctional family backgrounds who share the same characteristics. After decades of working with ACoAs she shares the recovery hints that she has found to work. Read Adult Children of Alcoholics to see where the journey began and for ideas on where to go from here.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2007-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1944840079

Get Book

Twelve Steps of Adult Children by Anonim Pdf

This is the conference-approved companion workbook to the ACA Fellowship Text that is Adult Children of Alcoholics World Service Organization (ACA WSO) Conference Approved Literature. Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families (ACA) is an independent 12 Step and 12 Tradition anonymous program.

Author : Stephanie Brown
Publisher : Wiley
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 1991-10-10
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 047154888X

Get Book

Safe Passage by Stephanie Brown Pdf

Describes children of alcoholics and what they, as adults, must do to cure themselves of the effects of growing up with alcoholic parents. Dr. Stephanie Brown writes about a topic she knows both scientifically as well as personally. She describes how adult children of alcoholics can recover from the debilitating effects of their childhood by learning to accept rather than deny their parent's alcoholism. She also discusses how they can discover and face the truth about themselves through self-examination, group therapy and other means.

Author : Herbert L. Gravitz,Julie D. Bowden
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1987-09-15
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780671645281

Get Book

Recovery by Herbert L. Gravitz,Julie D. Bowden Pdf

"Questions and answers to help you understand your past ... overcome your fears ..."--Cover subtitle.

Author : Tony D. Crespi
Publisher : Charles C. Thomas Publisher
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : UOM:39015040516406

Get Book

Becoming an Adult Child of an Alcoholic by Tony D. Crespi Pdf