“A Path To Recovery”
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William Berry wrote lectures for his education groups throughout many years of working in multiple treatment settings. During the course of his career and he compiled these lectures created handouts, and combined them into a workbook. Dr. Ramnath-Fernandez was a professor of his at Florida International University. He then decided to collaborate with her, at which point they created A Path to Recovery: A Workbook for Individual and Group Therapy in the Treatment of Addiction.
This workbook consists of educational material and questions for thought and or discussion to be used as a therapeutic supplement. Addiction recovery requires abstinence plus personal growth. This workbook is meant to help facilitate this process by discussing theories regarding the onset of a substance abuse problem, how this problem affects thinking, and how to identify and challenge thoughts affected by the addiction. Additionally, information on how the recovery process often unfolds, and how a relapse process can be avoided is also discussed. Finally, the workbook focuses on the identification of personal relapse triggers and situations, and the development of a plan to effectively manage these triggers.
Outline
Chapter 1 (Pg. 5)
Defining and Understanding Substance Abuse and Dependence.
This chapter delineates the differences between substance use, abuse and dependence. This provides both the DSM-IV-TR diagnoses and the common symptomatology. It goes on to describe theories on the development of a substance dependence issue. Questions for thought and discussion are provided for both the client and therapist.
Chapter 2 (Pg. 11)
Understanding the Effect of Addiction on Thinking
This chapter provides an overview of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy and their applications for the substance dependent individual. Included are therapeutic techniques, homework assignments, and questions for thought and discussion.
Chapter 3 (Pg. 23)
12 Step Support Groups
This chapter offers a brief historical overview of 12-step support groups. It explains the differences amongst the various 12-step support groups available for those seeking treatment. It also outlines the benefits of 12 step meetings and encourages clients to share their experiences with the therapist.
Chapter 4 (Pg. 26)
The Process of Recovery
This chapter describes what people can expect throughout recovery. The different stages of recovery are outlined and explained using evidence-based theories and examples. Common pitfalls are also included to familiarize the reader with the inherent challenges of recovery. Questions for thought and discussion are also included.
Chapter 5 (Pg. 36)
The Relapse Process
This chapter summarizes Terence Gorski’s 11 stages of relapse. It discusses relapse as a process rather than an event. Also provided are warning signs to identify if the recovering individual is engaged in the relapse process. Questions for thought and discussion are also included.
Chapter 6 (Pg. 40)
Relapse Prevention
This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of prevention strategies ranging from behavioral interventions to a more insight-oriented process. The authors’ theory on Relapse Reservation is introduced. Common and over-looked triggers are also provided. Questions for thought and discussion are included.