Addiction as an Attachment Disorder
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| Rating | : | 4.24 (758 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0765703378 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 364 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-22 |
| Language | : | English |
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The strength of Flores's paradigm of addiction as an attachment disorder is that it is a theory that effectively and wisely guides treatment, but at the same time, when properly implemented or practiced, the treatment resonates with and further enhances the theory. Flores's work here is an extraordinary one because, in parsimonious and clear language, he makes a major contribution to the literature and practice of effective psychotherapy in general and effective psychotherapy for the addictions in particular. Individuals who become dependent on addictive substances cannot regulate their emotions, self-care, self-esteem, and relationships. His emphasis on addiction as an attachment disorder is principally important because he provides e
This unique book should be on the 'must read' list not only for mental health professionals but for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of contemporary therapy for addictions. He develops a general model for an attachment-based psychotherapy. Flores has integrated the critical elements of attachment and object relations theory, individual, group, and family interventions, relevant addiction research findings, and their therapeutic applications to the problem of substance abuse in a pragmatic and readibly accessible text. Evolving out of this theoretical understanding, the book describes effective treatment strategies which can include 12-step programs, individual and/or group therapy. This text excels in its discussion of h
Marnia Robinson said Addicted to porn? Read this book.. The content of this book is extremely important. Attachment is healthy, and has very real beneficial effects on our physiology and emotional health. It's a shame this book is so poorly edited and redundant - not to mention absurdly priced.I read this book beca. 1 step forward, 2 steps back: More about AA than Attachment; Blames Parents Too Much The thesis of this book is that addiction is a disorder of an individual's ability to have healthy attachments, or primary, intimate relationships. Starting from birth, everyone needs to have two basic things for a secure attachment: a secure base and a safe h. Groundbreaking work on attachment. This is one of my favorite books on understanding the struggle and challenge of addiction. Behaviors will start to make sense and solutions will begin to be revealed. This book is recommended to all therapists working in the field of addictions and anyone who