Description
A self-help manual for partners affected by sex addiction
Those who act out sexually, whether through pornography, cybersex, prostitutes, voyeurism, and/or multiple affairs, leave their partners reeling in rage, incredible shame, and isolation. In this taboo-shattering and practical guidebook, partners affected by sex addiction can learn to develop healthy boundaries and make positive changes in their lives. The skills-building exercises presented are designed to help partners better understand the disease of addiction and how it is affecting their relationship. Intimate Treason provides a path to healing that gives voice to partners' truths as they travel on their own journey of recovery.
Author: Claudia Black, Cara Tripodi
Publisher: Central Recovery Press
Published: 09/11/2012
Pages: 200
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.90h x 8.00w x 0.60d
ISBN13: 9781936290932
ISBN10: 1936290936
BISAC Categories:
- Psychology | Interpersonal Relations
- Family & Relationships | Love & Romance
- Psychology | Psychopathology | Addiction
About the Author
Claudia Black: Claudia Black, PhD is a renowned addictions and codependency expert, author, and trainer internationally recognized for her pioneering and contemporary work with family systems and addictive disorders. Since the 1970s, Dr. Black's work has encompassed the impact of addiction on young and adult children. She has offered models of intervention and treatment related to family violence, addiction, relapse, anger, depression, and women's issues. Dr. Black designs and presents training workshops and seminars to professional audiences in the field of family service, mental health, addiction, and correctional services. She serves on the Advisory Board for the National Association of Children of Alcoholics and the Advisory Council of the Eluna Foundation.