Rational recovery from alcoholism : the small book

312 Pages·1989·37.264 MB·English

by  Jack Trimpey

RATIONAL RECOVERY
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REVOLUTIONARY
ALTERNATIVE
FOR OVERCOMING
ALCOHOL
AND DRUG
DEPENDENCE
Stunning changes are underway in the field
ofaddiction care. Until recently, the only kind
ofhelp that was widely available for addicted
personswasthe 12-stepprogramofAlcoholics
Anonymous.Althougheffectiveformanypeo-
ple,millionsmorewhosoughthelpfoundthem-
selvesinprogramsthatwereunsuitable,difficult
to comprehend, orobjectionableonphilosoph-
ical grounds. Now, Rational Recovery enters
the field as a groundbreaking counterpoint to
the 12-step programs, with self-help groups
that can be found in hundreds ofcities across
the country.
The dramatically different approach of
Rational Recovery offers a means to complete
recovery from addiction to alcohol or drugs.
Usingthe principles and guidelines setforth in
The Small Book, the readei will learn how to
gain immediate and lasting control over the
desireto drink oruse drugs.
Whetheryouareaproblemdrinker, an"alco-
holic," a "codependent," a health professional,
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Introduction by
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Copyright © 1989 by Lotus Press
Revised edition copyright © 1992 byJack Trimpey
Introduction © 1992 by Albert Ellis
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Library ofCongress Cataloging-in-Publication Data
Trimpey, Jack.
The small book a revolutionary alternative for overcoming alcohol and
:
drug dependence /Jack Trimpey.
p. cm.
Rev. ed. of: Rational recoveryfrom alcoholism. Lotus, CA : Lotus Press,
1989.
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN 0-385-30558-3
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1. Alcoholics Rehabilitation. 2. Narcotic addicts Rehabilitation.
3. Rational-emotive psychotherapy. I. Trimpey, Jack. Rational recovery
from alcoholism. II. Title.
HV5278.T75 1992
362.29/18—dc20 91-32380 CIP
Manufactured in the United States ofAmerica
Published simultaneously in Canada
April 1992
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Author's Note
The Small Book sets forth the philosophy of Rational Recovery
and describes the benefits of this means of ending chemical
dependency. I hope that RR is right for you, and that there is a
rational alternative for every person who wants one. However,
the reader should bear in mind that this book is not intended as
a substitute for professional advice. You should consult an ap-
propriate health professional with respect to any health prob-
lems that may affect your recovery program.