Addiction recovery is a challenging time, and finding new ways to keep the mind occupied is the best way to stay strong during your sober journey. Reading is an excellent outlet for learning and escaping reality. There are many books written about addiction recovery by people who have gone through the process. These pieces of literature can help you find new coping mechanisms and perspectives while navigating the recovery process. We’ve picked out some of our favorite best-selling books on addiction and recovery.
1. The Addiction Recovery Workbook
The Addiction Recovery Workbook by Paula A. Freedman PsyD is a skill-building book that aims to help with relapse prevention. It’s important to note, this workbook is not meant to replace professional detox and addiction recovery, but it is a good tool to have in your tool belt during treatment and beyond.
2. The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober
The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober by Catherine Gray is a book that explores the role of alcohol in our society and why we drink. It discusses the impact alcohol has on one’s health and how to find joy in being sober – even when everyone makes it seem like you can’t.
3. High Achiever: The Incredible True Story of One Addict’s Double Life
High Achiever by Tiffany Jenkins follows the author’s true story about their time addicted to narcotics and how they struggled to reach addiction recovery. This book is inspirational and raw, giving a new perspective on the addiction recovery journey.
4. Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction
Between Breaths: A Memoir of Panic and Addiction by Elizabeth Vargas, former “20/20” anchor, shares her story about her struggle with anxiety and alcohol addiction. This book details her struggles with seeking addiction recovery, and how she came to the conclusion that she needed help.
5. Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles
Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles by Marci Hopkins explores breaking patterns and seeking addiction recovery. In this book Maci shares her stories of addiction and abuse,. She details how she healed her traumas to break the cycle of “chaos.”
Read Through Recovery
Reading is not the primary method for addiction recovery. Successful addiction recovery takes place under medical supervision with the help and support of doctors, nurses, licensed therapists, and other clinicians. Likewise, addiction recovery that features only holistic methods is not safe, and can do more harm than good. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and is in need of detox and treatment, connect with the Solution Based Treatment team. We employ proven processes to yield successful sobriety results.
About Solution Based Treatment
Solution Based Treatment is a national leader in detox and rehab programs. We offer inpatient medical detox, substance rehab, intensive outpatient programs, partial hospitalization programs, faith-based recovery, and sober living options. We maintain a 2:1 client to staff ratio to offer the best support possible to our patients within upscale living environments. At Solution Based Treatment, we support better living for brighter futures, all starting with our detox and rehab services. For more information visit our website at solutionbasedtreatment.com or give us a call at (833) 999-1941.