Sexuality and Addiction: Making Connections, Enhancing Recovery

by Raven L. Badger

Overview

This book provides an understanding of how sexuality and addiction are intertwined, helping those who counsel substance abusers and individuals who have experienced negative sexual messages or experiences to improve their sexual health and enjoyment.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780313396366
Publisher:	ABC-CLIO, Incorporated
Publication date:	07/06/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	250
File size:	556 KB

About the Author

Raven L. James, PhD, is a sexologist, researcher, consultant, and assistant professor in addiction studies at Governors State University, University Park, IL.

Table of Contents

Foreword Douglas Braun-Harvey ix

Preface xiii

Acknowledgments xvii

Introduction xix

1 Models of Sexual Health and Sexual Self-Esteem 1

2 Sex Talk 17

3 Sexual Identity for Geeks 35

4 The "Blue-Light" Special 65

5 Taking Care of Business and Safer Sex 91

6 Sensitive Issues and Challenges 115

7 Body Beautiful 137

8 Self-Love and Dreams 157

9 Good Sex! 173

10 Getting to Know You 189

11 Oh God! 203

12 Completing the Journey 211

Appendix A Sexual History Intake Questions Sensitive to Sexual Diversity 217

Appendix B Sexuality Comfort Self-Assessment 221

Appendix C Values Clarification 225

Sources 227

Index 245

Editorial Reviews

"The book is well referenced and uses frequent case examples; each chapter outlines structured group treatment activities based on the author's years of experience working with addicts. Summing Up: Recommended." - Choice

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