The number of people incarcerated in the U.S. now exceeds 2.3 million, due in part to the increasing criminalization of drug use: over 25% of people incarcerated in jails and prisons are there for drug offenses. Judging Addicts examines this increased criminalization of drugs and the medicalization of addiction in the U.S. by focusing on drug courts, where defendants are sent to drug treatment instead of prison. Rebecca Tiger explores how advocates of these courts make their case for what they call “enlightened coercion,” detailing how they use medical theories of addiction to justify increased criminal justice oversight of defendants who, through this process, are defined as both “sick” and “bad.” Tiger shows how these courts fuse punitive and therapeutic approaches to drug use in the name of a “progressive” and “enlightened” approach to addiction. She critiques the medicalization of drug users, showing how the disease designation can complement, rather than contradict, punitive approaches, demonstrating that these courts are neither unprecedented nor unique, and that they contain great potential to expand punitive control over drug users. Tiger argues that the medicalization of addiction has done little to stem the punishment of drug users because of a key conceptual overlap in the medical and punitive approaches—that habitual drug use is a problem that needs to be fixed through sobriety. Judging Addicts presses policymakers to implement humane responses to persistent substance use that remove its control entirely from the criminal justice system and ultimately explores the nature of crime and punishment in the U.S. today.
Описание: In this guide for grief in times of loss, author Barbara Theodosiou describes how self-care, forgiveness, and service can be present, even as the coronavirus pandemic alters our lives in large and small ways. Barbara Theodosiou and her family reveal the pain, loss, and connection that emerge from addiction, trauma, codependency, and recovery in this unique view into the heart of a national crisis. The ringing phone startles Barbara during another sleepless night. She knows it must be Daniel, her big-hearted, intelligent son who has spent years cycling through hospitals, jails, and treatment centers. Although Daniel's childhood struggles started much earlier, he was sixteen when Barbara discovered he was horribly addicted to DXM, the drug found in many over-the-counter cough medicines. After picking up the pieces from one more of her son's relapses, Barbara seeks support in the online refuge she created when she had nowhere else to turn: The Addict's Mom. There, she can "Share Without Shame" with others who understand. These other mothers know that it can become normal to hope your son will be locked up so he isn't sleeping on the street. These other moms understand how it feels to realize you have not just one addicted child but two--Barbara discovered her oldest son Peter's addiction just six months after Daniel's. And when that happens, sometimes all a mother can do is try to save herself. But this isn't just a mother's story. Without Shame encompasses Daniel's own poetry and prose, Peter's story of healing against all odds, their sister Nicole's story of balancing compassion and independence, and other often unheard voices. This multifaceted story reveals what it truly means to describe addiction as a family disease.
Автор: Carrega W. Lionel Название: Silent Cries: From the Hearts of Alcoholics and Addicts ISBN: 0692026843 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780692026847 Издательство: Неизвестно Рейтинг: Цена: 3899.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Burks A. D. Название: Sex & Surrender: An Addict`s Journey ISBN: 0983849919 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780983849919 Издательство: Неизвестно Цена: 2586.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Sasha Skyy lived in what she came to call "the fog" for much of her life. Following a troubled childhood, she was bullied in high school. As a professional model, she embraced Miami's never-ending party scene, dancing until the music stopped in the wee hours of the morning. Drugs - ecstasy, cocaine, opiates - were a constant companion that landed her in jail. She had horrible experiences in rehabs and treatment centers. Sasha was confined to a wheelchair for three months following a car accident. IV drug use eventually led to an infection of her heart that required three open-heart surgeries She was hacked. She was stalked. Despite all of this, and in the very midst of some of the worst experiences, Sasha discovered who she is, and why she is here.
Описание: UNEXPECTED HEROES is a compelling collection of sixty-four true stories by mothers who were faced with no other choice but to step directly into the line of fire to save the most innocent victims of the war against drugs -their grandchildren. The reader will get a unique glimpse into the world of these women where they forged ahead beyond the devastating impact of addiction on their own families with remarkable strength, determination and unwavering hope. What others are saying: "...One of those rare books you can't put down...Stories are both heartbreaking and uplifting...A must read." -Patricia Rosen, publisher of Sober World Magazine "...An unflinching look at the ways in which addiction affects the entire family...The wisdom offered within the pages is a valuable resource for families who struggle with this issue, are fighting for the best interest of the children involved, and may feel they are alone in the battle." -Deborah Doucette, author of Raising Our Children's Children: Room in the Heart and The Forgotten Roses "...A beautiful composition of courage, compassion, wisdom, strength, love, honesty and hard truths...heartbreaking...enlightening...empowering. -Sandra Swenson, author of The Joey Song "Very highly recommended reading for anyone who stands to be positively enlightened by the stories of these exceptional individuals." -Judy Herzanek, Changing Lives Foundation and co-author of Why Don't They Just Quit "Impressive and dedicated stories... a gifted work that will touch your heart." -Karen Best Wright, author of I Love You From The Edges: Lessons From Raising Grandchildren "I recommend this book...Raw, gut-wrenching stories of those on the front lines of this fight..." -Mark Turansky, author of Figure it Face it & Fix it: Your Surprising Solution to Addictions and Substance Abuse
Are you in a 12-step program, another alternative drug abuse program, or know someone who is?
Did you know that "A Strong Addict Looks Danger In The Eye And Gives It A Wink"...
This Gratitude Journal with writing prompts can go along therapy or work as a stand alone self discovery and recovery journal.
It is designed on 3 levels that go from changing your limited self belief, anxiety, and compulive disorder into self confidence, self discipline, gratitude and happiness.
It also makes a great gift for any recovering alcoholic, addict, and any other drug abuser.
There are 90 pages of journaling with prompts and 30 additional journaling pages if you need more writing space and elaborate on certain reflections.
If you write every day which is suggested for best results, this journal gives you 3 months full of gratefulness and gratitude as a result of your self-reflection and self-discovery.
Each day equals one page to write about a daily prompt that you can pick and that reflects your daily choice or a topic that you are working on a specific day alone or with your therapist.
Prompts do include very positive writing inspirationas like what things made today great, or what amazing things happened that day. The prompts are there to inspire self reflection and self discovery to change a state of limited beliefs, doubts, anxiety, or depression into a state of positive outlook.
The journal is perfect for any AA or NA member or any other type of addict wanting to use the power of pen to paper to change and recover from the terrible problem of alcoholism or any other abuse of drugs or other compulisive behavior.
This paperback journaling notebook is 6" x 9".
You can also use the remaining journaling pages to fill with phone numbers to help build a strong network of other recovering alcoholics, addicts, friends, advisors, and therapists.
Features Recovering addict empowerment journaling notebook:
Daily Prompt Thearpay Workbook To Write In 90 Daily Prompts (for helping people get out of the state of limited belief, anxiety, and mental disorder into a state of confidence, gratitude and happiness) 30 Additional Journaling Pages Makes a great gift idea for any addict who is family or a friend. 6"x9" Inches Dimension Cover: Soft, Matte Binding: Perfect binding, non-spiral Heavy Paper
Описание: Are you tired of the guilt, shame and pain of addiction? Are you sick of the constant relapses? Do you yearn for happiness, freedom and a better life?
People can spend years trapped in addiction unnecessarily, because, despite all their efforts, they just don't understand what you really need to do to recover.
Despite attending rehab, counselling, groups and fellowships, many addicts remain stuck in the cycle of addiction, because they are not told some very basic facts about recovery. For some reason, many of the facts about successful recovery have remained a secret - until now.
Beth Burgess has written THE book on addiction recovery, having struggled as a serial relapser and become frustrated about having to learn by trial and error. She saw too many people around her doing the same thing, and set out to write a book which shared the secrets of addiction recovery, that most addicts take a long and painful time to learn.
After studying what successful addicts were doing to get better, and looking at the lessons she learnt from her own journey, Beth decided to share what really works and what doesn't when it comes to getting clean and sober.
The Recovery Formula is an essential guide for anyone who is addicted to alcohol or drugs and wants to do something about it. The book will help you to understand your problem, to make decisions about treatment, to avoid relapse and to set yourself up for success from the start. The Recovery Formula is a framework that anyone can use to achieve a happy and successful sobriety.
Receiving high praise from addicts and addiction professionals alike, this is THE book to have if you want to get clean and sober forever.
Your recovery starts here.
With a Foreword by Professor David Clark, Professor Emeritus of Psychology.
What others are saying:
"A wonderfully effective guide that every addict should read as they take their first steps into sobriety and recovery. I am hugely impressed by this book."
- Wynford Ellis Owen, CEO of the Welsh Council on Alcohol & Drugs
"Beautifully written. A moving and insightful book that will help a lot of addicts understand how to start recovering successfully."
- Dr Robert LeFever, founder of Promis, the first UK rehab centre, and author of 26 books on addiction and depressive disorders
"A brilliant mix of inspiration and information. If you're an addict and don't know where to start with sobriety, read this book."
- Michaela Jones, Community Director at Wired In To Recovery
"Beth talks about the essential elements underlying recovery in a beautiful and simple style. The advice has the potential to be easy for people who want to recover from a substance abuse problem. An excellent book indeed."
- Readers' Favorite
"The Recovery Formula succeeds because it provides people in need of help with a solid, proven framework in an easy-to-understand way. A wonderfully refreshing book."
- David Clark, Professor Emeritus of Psychology
About the Author: Beth Burgess is a therapist and recovery coach, and the founder of Smyls, providing private coaching, consulting, workshops, training and speaking.
Her missions include helping as many people as possible to achieve an amazing recovery and ending the stigma toward people with addictions.
