How to Quit Drinking without AA: A Complete Self-Help Guide by Jerry Dorsman

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  • Publisher: Crown Publishing Group
  • Pub. Date: October 1997
  • ISBN-13: 9780761512905
  • Sales Rank: 53,901
  • 336pp
  • Edition Description: REV
  • Edition Number: 2
 
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Synopsis

Now You Can Take Control of Your Own Recovery Process

Alcoholics Anonymous is not the only answer or even the best answer for many people. In fact, seven of every eight people who start AA's 12-step program abandon it within three years. Fortunately, there are more effective ways to quit drinking—proven methods that will help you be successful on your own terms.

Inside this life-affirming book is the new beginning you're looking for. Certified addictions counselor and 16-year recovering alcoholic Jerry Dorsman offers more than 100 proven techniques to gain control of your recovery. His self-help approach includes the best:

·Step-by-step instructions for breaking the habit

·Foods to help you beat the cravings

·Methods for internal cleansing and detox

·Nutrition information for rebuilding your health

·And much more!

"A thorough approach backed with practical guidelines and techniques."—Addiction and Recovery Magazine

"The right blend of substance and simplicity. Bubbling with resources."—Natural Health magazine

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Biography

Jerry Dorsman counsels individuals with drug and alcohol problems and is the author of numerous articles on the subject of alcoholism. He is an active member of the National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors.

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How to Quit Drinking without AA: A Complete Self-Help Guideby Anonymous

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August 22, 2007: This might work if you are a light drinker trying to quit. But, if you are an alcoholic or even close, please dont waste your money on this book.

How to Quit Drinking without AA: A Complete Self-Help Guideby Anonymous

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December 10, 2003: It is nice to see people who are not afraid to speak out on what works for them. The AA/NA programs intimidate so many people, and clearly are not for everyone. This is most likely why only 5% of those who enter the doors of AA, stay clean after 1 year.Iam a substance abuse counselor and I have been involved with the 12 steps programs for over 10 years. And I?am not afraid to state it is a re-socialization program that saved my life, and gave me a chance to rebuild my life. This being said, I must make it perfectly clear, it only worked to the point of my being able to share my issues, to help me recognize I was not a lone. But the doctrine and the format of a church based social club, ran by people stuck in early to mid recovery turned me away. You have to grow past the program to where you are living the 12 steps, not just socializing and pretending you are. This book offers those who need a different path the opportunity to do so. With out sounding closed-minded I would like to say, AA/NA are strong programs, I just don?t know why they are so threatened by the concept they are not the only pathways to recovery. Keping in mind as I wish the substance abuse treatment industry, and the 12 step community would do. That is to recognize that one size does not fit all. And most Importantly not attempt to close the door for so many who don't fit the AA mold. I say again the AA program is a great one, but not for everyone. Good for you Mr. Dorsman, your book is a great insight to all who will take note.


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