Some Assembly Required: A Balanced Approach to Recovery from Addiction and Chronic Pain

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.

280 pages, ebook

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.