The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction: A Guide to Coping with the Grief, Stress and Anger that Trigger Addictive Behaviors

by Rebecca E. Williams, Julie S. Kraft

Most addictive behavior is rooted in some type of loss, be it the death of a loved one, coming to terms with limitations set by chronic health problems, or the end of a relationship. By turning to drugs and alcohol, people who have suffered a loss can numb their grief. In the process, they postpone their healing and can drive themselves further into addiction. The Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction offers readers an effective program for working through their addiction and grief with cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Created by a psychologist who works for the Department of Veterans Affairs and a marriage and family therapist who works for Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital, this mindfulness training workbook is effective for treating the emotion dysregulation, stress, depression, and grief that lie at the heart of addiction. No matter the loss, the mindfulness skills in this workbook help readers process their grief, determine the function their addiction is serving, and replace the addiction with healthy coping behaviors.

Genres: Self Help, Psychology, Nonfiction, Addiction, Health, Counselling, Mental Health

232 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2012

Reviews

[Ellie C · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very thoughtful and user-friendly workbook for those experiencing loss and disharmony in their lives. I think it would best be used in conjunction with working with a therapist or social worker--some of the revelations that could come up would be good to unpack with support.

This book offers useful exercises and questions for improving the life of people not struggling with addictions as well. Highly recommended.

[R. Willams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well, this book is catching on as a great resource for therapists working in addictions. It's used in classes, groups, and recently in the prison system to help folks in recovery. One of the things I hear often is that it is so easy to read and use, which is a pleasant change for a book on addictions. If you know someone who is struggling with addiction, this book may be helpful.

[Lesli · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even for those who may not believe they need help

I picked up this book to deal with grief and anxiety leading me to my addictions. It is a lot of work, but if you put in the time and effort, you will learn quite a bit about yourself and how you want to change.

[Tasha · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great resource for persons dealing with addiction or for treatment professionals to use in group or individual therapy.

[kent smalley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great workbook

We use this text as a guidebook and workbook for many of our patients. It is great workbook to start recovery work.

[Kristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This second edition of the Mindfulness Workbook for Addiction reads easily! I am so excited to have a workbook that provides activities as well as helpful guidelines for therapist. The book focuses on values, mindfulness addiction, behaviors addictions and all with worksheets. Its a professional great addition to my library helping clients working through this and I would highly recommend it to all individuals who are working on a healthier happier life as well as organizations and professionals! Highly recommend
A must read & have!

[Randy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful resource for anyone dealing with self destructive behaviors as a result of stress or loss or life struggles. Great case studies and worksheets. Co- written by Julie Kraft. Just won second award.

[Jimmy · Rating 1 out of 5]

It seems that the author is trying to coerce mindfulness on treatment of addiction with some ambiguous terms without any explanation, reasoning or proof. In terms of mindfulness techniques, there is nothing new.

Rubbish.

[Hamza Hamza · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book appears to be structured quite effectively and could prove beneficial for newcomers to the topic. Nevertheless, l wouldn't recommend it to professionals or those already well-versed in the subject matter

[Gabriel Richter · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably one of the most thought provoking books I’ve read. Challenges you to think and make changes to your everyday life. Helped me come out of my shell and experience things in a different light

[Sarbook · Rating 4 out of 5]

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