A candid view of alcoholism looks at ways in which families, friends, pastors, and counselors of alcoholics sometimes do more harm than good in their attempts to help

Caution: Kindness Can Be Dangerous to the Alcoholic

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Twerski, Abraham

Psychology & Counseling

Prentice Hall Direct

Describes physical ailments and conditions which may cause individuals to be mistakenly diagnosed as mentally ill and discusses the nature of pain

Who Says You're Neurotic: How to Avoid Mistaken Psychiatric Diagnoses When the Problem May Be a Physical Condition

Explores personality types and the inner workings of character using Charlie Brown, Lucy, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang as examples

That's Not a Fault...It's a Character Trait

Self-Help

St Martins Pr

The Thin You Within You: Winning the Weight Game With Self-Esteem

Diets don't work. The pounds may slide off, but for too many dieters, once the food scales and calorie counters have been put away, the weight returns. Dr. Abraham Twerski, a specialist in addictive behavior, shows that it is not lack of willpower that leads to overeating but an absence of self-esteem. To develop healthy eating habits, a person must first develop a strong sense of self. With his characteristic upbeat style, Dr. Twerski explains: -The seemingly illogical compulsion of overeating and its connection to low self-esteem -The origins and evolutions of low self-esteem and how to identify common problems of a negative self-image -How to rely on yourself, instead of food, in times of stress, anger, and fear -How to deal with friends and family members who may contribute to and unhealthy self-image and eating habits -How to find the courage to change the life-long habits and where to get outside help in the form of therapy and support groups With Dr. Twerski's straightforward and honest approach, losing weight is redefined as gaining a sense of self and banishing diets forever.

The Thin You Within You: Winning the Weight Game with Self-Esteem

Diets & Weight Loss

St. Martin's: Griffin

Denial of addiction is the most prominent symptom of individuals who have problems with alcohol and substance abuse. Whatever its psychodynamics, their denial is reinforced by (1) fear that acknowledgment and treatment might jeopardize their professional status, and (2) the misconception that intellectual superiority constitutes a safeguard against loss of control. High achievers–doctors, lawyers, business executives, clerics, nurses, professors–are particularly vulnerable to such denial. Moreover, their spouses may share the fear that exposure could jeopardize and even undermine the family's livelihood. Some people become high achievers or overachievers in order to compensate for feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness. These feelings almost invariably surface in the substance abuser, antedating the onset of abuse. A particular challenge in treating this population is to address the negative consequences of low self-esteem without crippling the impulse to excel. Dr. Twerski demonstrates that chemical dependency is indeed an equal opportunity destroyer and he illuminates the makeup of high-achieving substance abusers as their narratives unfold. Addicted individuals will recognize themselves in these pages while providers of human services will discover ways and means to diagnose and intervene.

Substance-Abusing High Achievers: Addiction as an Equal Opportunity Destroyer (Library of Substance Abuse Treatment)

Addiction & Recovery

Jason Aronson, Inc.

Self-discovery in recovery

Harper/Hazelden

Don't believe all those old jokes: In-laws DO NOT have to be outlaws! Few things in our lives are more valuable than our family relationships - and few things are more complex. And when those relationships begin, not at birth, but at marriage, there can be some challenging adjustments to be made. The great news is: You CAN make the adjustments, and have rewarding, wonderful in-law relationships. The author of more than thirty bestselling works on both Torah and psychology, Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski, M.D. is the scion of a great rabbinic family and world-famous addiction expert who has helped tens of thousands live better lives. In In-Laws: It's All Relative, Rabbi Twerski teams up with Leah Shifrin Averick, a respected social worker and an expert in in-law relationships, to produce a book that will enhance and improve our lives: as mothers- or daughters-in-law; fathers- or sons-in-law; sisters or brothers-in-law. Brimming with Torah wisdom, psychological insight, and, of course, true-life stories, In-Laws: It's All Relative deals with the most common challenges of in-law relationships: *Making the first meeting cordial and positive *What do I call my in-laws?" *Divided loyalties *Financial aid and gifts: giving them, getting them *Mechatunim" and wedding planning *In-laws as grandparents By following the sensible, practical, and, always, Torah-based strategies that two experts have formulated over decades of work with families, we learn how to enjoy harmonious and fulfilling relationships with our in-laws. And we never have to make a mother-in-law joke again!

In-laws: It's All Relative: a Proven Roadmap for Parents and Children to Successful Relationships

Parenting & Relationships

Shaar Pr

In Twerski on Machzor, bestselling and beloved author Rabbi Abraham Twerski, M.D., helps us make Yom Kippur and, particularly, the many hours spent in prayer on this awesome day, more meaningful and transformative. With his trademark blend of psychological insights, Torah perspectives, and uplifting stories, Rabbi Twerski encourages us to make the most of the opportunity afforded by Erev Yom Kippur and, of course, the prayers of Yom Kippur itself. From the hushed moments before the chazzan chants Kol Nidrei to the final shofar blast, Yom Kippur gives us a chance to begin anew, to improve ourselves, to look within, and to connect with our Creator. Twerski on Machzor will help us utilize every moment of this most sacred of days.

Twerski on Machzor: Yom Kippur

Religion & Spirituality

Judaism

Mesorah Pubns Ltd

Rabbi Abraham J. Twerski, M.D. is an original - as ArtScroll readers have been learning to their delight, year after year, book after book. Now, he does it again. Every day of life is a new gift, with its own challenge and oppurtunity. When someone looks at life that way - with freshness and enthusiasm - so many of those nagging frustrations and annoyances simply fade into insignificance. Rabbi Twerski is not only an amazingly wise and upbeat person, he has the astounding ability to communicate his zest for life to his readers. No wonder he is one of the world's leading authorities on how to overcome addictions - and a man whose Torah wisdom has enriched countless lives in myriad ways. In this new book, he offers a new nugget for every day of the year. No one's day should be without this shot of inspiration.

Wisdom Each Day

Twerski, Abraham J.

Mesorah Publications, Ltd.

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Caution: Kindness Can Be Dangerous to the Alcoholic

Who Says You're Neurotic: How to Avoid Mistaken Psychiatric Diagnoses When the Problem May Be a Physical Condition

That's Not a Fault...It's a Character Trait

The Thin You Within You: Winning the Weight Game with Self-Esteem

Substance-Abusing High Achievers: Addiction as an Equal Opportunity Destroyer (Library of Substance Abuse Treatment)

Self-discovery in recovery

In-laws: It's All Relative: a Proven Roadmap for Parents and Children to Successful Relationships

Twerski on Machzor: Yom Kippur

Wisdom Each Day

Wisdom Each Day