Recovery Worker Library

In “The 12-Step Buddhist,” author Darren Littlejohn provides a comprehensive and practical guide that seamlessly merges the wisdom of Buddhist philosophy with the foundational principles of the 12-Step program. The book’s central premise is that combining these two powerful frameworks can significantly enhance the recovery journey. Littlejohn, drawing from his own experience in r...More

“The Addiction Recovery Workbook” by Linda Hill is a practical, hands-on guide designed to equip individuals with the essential skills needed for a successful and lasting recovery. Unlike books that delve into the theory of addiction, this workbook is focused on action, providing a structured framework of exercises and activities to help people overcome addiction...

In “The Biology of Desire,” neuroscientist and former addict Marc Lewis, PhD, presents a groundbreaking and compassionate challenge to the long-held “disease model” of addiction. Drawing on his personal experience and decades of research, Lewis argues that addiction is not a chronic, incurable brain disease but rather a profoundly powerful form of learning and development.....More

In “The Compass of Pleasure,” neuroscientist David J. Linden offers a fascinating and accessible exploration of the neurobiology of pleasure, a central drive for all human behavior. The book explains how the brain’s “pleasure circuit”—specifically the medial forebrain pleasure circuit—is activated by a wide range of experiences, from eating fatty foods and engagin...More

The Complete Family Guide to Addiction: Everything You Need to Know Now to Help Your Loved One and Yourself is a practical, evidence-based resource co-authored by Thomas F. Harrison and Hilary S. Connery, MD, PhD, and published by Guilford Press in 2019 Guilford PressElmhurst University Online BookstoreSno-Isle Libraries. 📘 What’s Inside Scope and StructureThe book...

Renowned neuroscientist and psychiatrist Judson Brewer explores how craving-driven compulsive behavior—spanning from smoking and overeating to smartphone addiction and romantic fixation—is deeply rooted in brain-conditioning and dopaminergic reward cycles. Brewer argues that by using curiosity-based mindfulness, we can disrupt this cycle and rewire our habits toward greater freedom.‡(turn0se...More

This book offers a daily dose of accessible Buddhist wisdom, blending timeless teachings with modern reflections to cultivate inner freedom and emotional resilience. Drawing from masters like Buddha, Nagarjuna, Milarepa, Patrul Rinpoche, and Chögyam Trungpa, each day’s entry features a profound quote and a relatable reflection. Designed for modern urban lives, the goal is to...

This second‑edition workbook translates Marsha Linehan’s DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) into clear, step‑by‑step exercises for readers seeking to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, and build resilience. It covers the four foundational modules—Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness—plus newer sections on cognitive rehear...More

Dr. Lance Dodes reframes addiction not as a mere disease or moral failing, but as a compulsion rooted in unrecognized emotional signals—responses to deep-seated feelings of helplessness and loss of control. Drawing on over 25 years of clinical experience, Dodes explores why addictive impulses emerge, why they persist, and how understanding their emotional underpinnings allows...

Purpose & Audience This workbook offers a clear, practical introduction to meditation—ideal for brand-new practitioners or those restarting their mindfulness journey. It focuses on demystifying meditation through accessible guidance and structured practice.Dokumen+13Google Books+13Goodreads+13 Core Structure & Themes Meditation Origins & History: A concise account of how meditation h...More

Siegel offers an integrative framework—Interpersonal Neurobiology—connecting mindfulness, interpersonal attunement, and neurological integration. By weaving neuroscience, personal narrative, and contemplative practices, the book reveals how mindful awareness reshapes brain structure and fosters well-being PMC+13Dr. Dan Siegel+13Openground+13. Key Concepts COAL model: Curiosity, Openness, Accep...More

This workbook offers consumer-friendly DBT-based mindfulness tools to help individuals—especially those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or emotional dysregulation—gain control over overwhelming feelings. It bridges Marsha Linehan’s clinical DBT protocol with everyday, accessible exercises Wikipedia+15New Harbinger Publications, Inc+15Cannonball Read 17+15New Harbinger Publications...More