Cravings and Addictions
Free Yourself from the Struggle of Addictive Behavior with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
By Maria Karekla, Megan M. Kelly | Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
About the book
A powerful, evidence-based program grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for managing cravings related to addictions and taking charge of your life.
Whether you struggle with overeating, alcohol, drugs, or smoking, you’re all too familiar with the cravings that propel your habit. Cravings—that intense desire for certain substances or behaviors with the aim of feeling pleasure and satisfaction—are the root of all addictive behaviors. Knowing what to do with those urges can make the difference between managing your addiction and giving into it. This book can help.
Cravings and Addictions presents practical strategies based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you cope with the cravings at the core of your addiction. You’ll learn to recognize the cues that lead to addictive behaviors, and discover how you can move beyond addiction to commit to a life driven by what you care about and want in life. If you’re ready to stop living life at the mercy of your cravings and addiction, let this book be your guide to regaining control.
ACT: Accept, Choose, and Take Action to Manage Your Cravings—and Take Back Control of Your Life!
- Accept that cravings are a normal part of everyday life, just like other thoughts and feelings.
- Choose to surrender to the craving—or choose to engage in actions aligned with your goals and values.
- Take action to change your life for the better—and develop a sense of meaning, purpose, and vitality.
Editions of Cravings and Addictions
- Paperback
- ISBN 9781684038336
- PDF
- ISBN 9781684038343
Read an Excerpt
A powerful, evidence-based program grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for managing cravings related to addictions and taking charge of your life.
Whether you struggle with overeating, alcohol, drugs, or smoking, you’re all too familiar with the cravings that propel your habit. Cravings—that intense desire for certain substances or behaviors with the aim of feeling pleasure and satisfaction—are the root of all addictive behaviors. Knowing what to do with those urges can make the difference between managing your addiction and giving into it. This book can help.
Cravings and Addictions presents practical strategies based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you cope with the cravings at the core of your addiction. You’ll learn to recognize the cues that lead to addictive behaviors, and discover how you can move beyond addiction to commit to a life driven by what you care about and want in life. If you’re ready to stop living life at the mercy of your cravings and addiction, let this book be your guide to regaining control.
ACT: Accept, Choose, and Take Action to Manage Your Cravings—and Take Back Control of Your Life!
- Accept that cravings are a normal part of everyday life, just like other thoughts and feelings.
- Choose to surrender to the craving—or choose to engage in actions aligned with your goals and values.
- Take action to change your life for the better—and develop a sense of meaning, purpose, and vitality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cravings and Addictions about?
A powerful, evidence-based program grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for managing cravings related to addictions and taking charge of your life.
Whether you struggle with overeating, alcohol, drugs, or smoking, you’re all too familiar with the cravings that propel your habit. Cravings—that intense desire for certain substances or behaviors with the aim of feeling pleasure and satisfaction—are the root of all addictive behaviors. Knowing what to do with those urges can make the difference between managing your addiction and giving into it. This book can help.
Cravings and Addictions presents practical strategies based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you cope with the cravings at the core of your addiction. You’ll learn to recognize the cues that lead to addictive behaviors, and discover how you can move beyond addiction to commit to a life driven by what you care about and want in life. If you’re ready to stop living life at the mercy of your cravings and addiction, let this book be your guide to regaining control.
ACT: Accept, Choose, and Take Action to Manage Your Cravings—and Take Back Control of Your Life!
- Accept that cravings are a normal part of everyday life, just like other thoughts and feelings.
- Choose to surrender to the craving—or choose to engage in actions aligned with your goals and values.
- Take action to change your life for the better—and develop a sense of meaning, purpose, and vitality.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Cravings and Addictions?
Health, Relationships and Personal development > Family and health > Coping with / advice about personal, social and health topics > Coping with / advice about addiction
Where can I read a sample of Cravings and Addictions?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781684038336
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Cravings and Addictions?
Maria Karekla, Megan M. Kelly
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Cravings and Addictions is available as paperback(ISBN 9781684038336) and pdf(ISBN 9781684038343)
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