Some Assembly Required: A Balanced Approach to Recovery from Addiction and Chronic Pain Paperback May 21, 2013

by Dan Mager

An intriguing story that addresses the twin challenges of addiction and chronic pain and presents a model for successful recovery from both of these serious, life-altering conditions. The author grounds his story in psychological theory along with the principles of twelve-step philosophy and spirituality as he moves from intellectualized awareness to a deep emotional and mindful practices connection in recovery.Dan Mager, MSW, is a writer and editor in long-term recovery.

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First published January 1, 2013

About the author

I'm a writer and editor in long-term recovery. I received my MSW from Hunter College of the City University of New York, School of Social Work. Prior to becoming a full-time writer/editor, I had nearly twenty years of post-master’s experience as a psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, and clinical director in behavioral health and addiction treatment settings. I bring a multidisciplinary bio-psycho-spriritual approach to bear in my writing. In addition to being the author of Some Assembly Required: A Balanced Approach to Recovery from Addiction and Chronic Pain, I write monthly for Psychology Today online.