Family Recovery

Autistic burnout is a common experience for autistic children and young people. This book, authored by a neurodivergent practitioner with firsthand experience as both an autism parent and researcher, delves into the recognition and management of burnout. It offers parents and professionals practical strategies to prevent autistic burnout and provides guidance on supporting those already in distress.

An urgent and timely memoir exploring the reality of childhood sexual abuse, a scourge on too many neighborhoods, often hiding in plain sight. Millions of victims remain silent, buried under the weight of their own guilt, shame, and addiction. Breaking the Ruhls will resonate deeply with many who have experienced similar trauma, boundary violations, and abuse within the family, and struggle with the emotional and psychological effect.

The pressures faced by children and adolescents today are unprecedented and the corresponding statistics around poor mental health deeply alarming. Behind every mental health issue, from addiction to ADHD, lies a host of underlying problems that need addressing, but as a worried parent it's hard to know where to focus. What do you do if your child struggles with anxiety? Is self-harming? Has developed an unhealthy relationship with eating, exercise, technology or alcohol?

1 in every 5 people struggle with crippling fear and anxiety in relationships. But with recent research into anxious attachment, there is new hope for a happier future. Have you been labeled needy, clingy, or demanding by a partner? Do you feel like you're walking on eggshells, questioning every word and action in your closest relationships? Do you find yourself constantly making the same dating or relationship mistakes over and over, wondering if you’re doomed to constantly struggle in relationships? These are all clear signs that you have an anxious attachment style.

Dayla: Even if it is just a bodily function, and I’m not saying it is, does true love exist? It’s not always easy, but we’re the ones who make it harder than it has to be. Still, why would I trust the dream? I don’t trust anyone. Except maybe her. Jillien: You can’t make someone love you, but I’ll sure give it a try. I’ve had it before and lost it. Hard. But that’s exactly why I know it’s real this time too. Plus, there’s all kinds of love. I’m just looking for the one they call a dream, though I know for a fact it can be real. Don’t I? Join the suspense, and we’re...

It’s always somebody else’s kid - until it’s yours. When Katherine James and her husband found out their son was using heroin, their responses ran the gamut: disbelief, anger, helplessness, guilt. As they struggled to come to grips with their son’s addiction and decide how best to help him, their home became a refuge for an unlikely assortment of their son’s friends, each with their own story, drawn by the simple love and acceptance they found there - “the Lost Boys”, James calls them.

Feeling overwhelmed by today's parenting challenges in a world abundant with substances? Are you searching for ways to fortify your child against temptation? Would you recognize the signs of substance use? Navigating the complexities of modern parenting in an era where substance abuse is no longer an anomaly but a reality, it's imperative to be well-armed. The omnipresent specter of substance abuse looms, threatening to undermine the stability and well-being of families everywhere.

Have you ever been called too sensitive, too emotional, too needy—or simply “too much”? If so, you’re not alone, and you’re not broken. You’ve just been taught to shrink yourself in order to be accepted. It’s time to unlearn the lie that your power, presence, or truth needs to be toned down to make others comfortable. You Are Not Too Much is a compassionate and empowering guide for women who are ready to stop apologizing for who they are and start showing up fully—in their emotions, relationships, voice, body, and everyday life. Inside this transformational read, you’ll ...

Centered around multi-million dollar stakes and a series of nationally televised poker tournaments, Fading Hearts on the River offers a story of odds - the odds of a newborn surviving severe jaundice, the odds of Congress passing a law that renders one's online gambling income inaccessible, the odds of drawing the right card on the turn or the river.

Do you want to know your true purpose in life? Is there a disorder within you that you need to fix and find your way back to Jesus? "Be Strong" provides you the guidance to take away your worries. A unique opportunity to bring order and peace by Inspiring you to engage with God's word. Inside this Daily devotional for Men, you'll find: 365 Daily Devotionals that don't correspond to specific dates in a Year; they are listed as Day 1, Day 2, etc. This makes the book able to be started at any point in time. You don't feel out of sync if you start mid-year. Short 5-minute devotions to spend ...

Close Encounters, now in its Second Edition, is a comprehensive, compassionate and supportive guide to understanding the unique and complex nature of narcissistic abuse and the emotionally crippling syndrome that results from it. This groundbreaking book provides a complete roadmap through the healing process, into recovery, and ultimately to the freedom and happiness survivor's deserve. Listeners will find the most up-to-date information on the psychological, emotional and physical effects of NPD abuse.

This guide by Dr. Lawrence L James, an expert in alcoholism and trauma, offers not just knowledge but a shared understanding of the lifelong impact of adverse childhood experiences. Drawing from personal and professional experiences, Dr. James delves into the heart of the emotional and psychological turmoil faced by adult children of alcoholics.

Are You Ready to Break Free From the Drama and Frustration of Co-Parenting With a Narcissist…? - Does every conversation with your co-parenting partner end in drama and threats? - Do you feel helpless to protect your children from the fallout of an angry, arrogant parent? - Does your co-parent create constant stress and disappointment that leaves your children hurt and confused? Does any of these situations sound familiar? - Your ex constantly undermines your parenting decisions. - Every disagreement escalates into a major conflict. - You’re always walking on eggshells, trying to avoid ...

Screen media use (accessing digital content on tablets, cell phones, etc.) is quickly replacing traditional family time, and there is an accepted view that nothing can be done. With few resources available, many parents are driven to the challenge of looking for a new framework to make the best decisions for their families.

What does it take to finally strip off masks of attempted perfection? Is exposing the pain and chaos in your heart and getting real with yourself and others worth it to find true freedom? Jackie Brewer Van Dyke yearned for a fairytale family. Promising herself to never end up like her violent father and overly timid mother, the young girl morphed into “the fixer" in her household, believing she alone could put an end to the cycle of abuse. Determined to conceal her pain and feelings of inadequacy, she hid behind the façade of perfectionism. Though she resolved to never expose her ...

We find a deeper experience of God in everyday life when we go towards our truth - that of our inner world that has been shaped by our past experiences, as well as the truth that is our universally shared human condition. With this as our foundation we can have a more authentic relationship with God, and in turn, experience the transformative nature of His unconditional love. The obstacles to experiencing God's healing love lie within us, specifically in our emotionally wounded self and the unconscious defence mechanisms that we employ, keeping us out of touch with the depth of our inner ...

There are certain strategies found in these audiobooks that need to be employed that will help shield and protect you from narcissists. There are ways to deal with these very delicate situations while at the same time maintaining your dignity. By following these strategies, you don't have to lower yourself to the toxic person's level. You're far better than that!

"Mother is Mother, Daughter is Daughter" - A psychology guide for all mothers and daughters by a psychoanalytic expert - How can a woman recover from the trauma and scare received from her mother as a childhood - How can a daughter live a different life from her mother's life Why does a woman feel gratitude, guilt, and resentment when thinking about her old mother? The deep psychological bond between the mother and daughter starts to show cracks as they become older, introducing problems, both big and small, into their lives. Feelings of obsession, bitterness, resentment, longing, and ...

Take Control, Find Hope: Navigate Your Cancer Journey with Knowledge and Understanding.One myth of a cancer diagnosis is that the path from diagnosis to remission is set in stone. This is FALSE! With the right guide, you can navigate this journey with ease and tailored strategies. Since your diagnosis, have you been overwhelmed and drained by the whirlwind of emotions? You're not alone in feeling lost amidst the labyrinth of medical jargon, treatments, and the uncertain future that cancer brings. While many books focus singularly on medical advice or personal anecdotes, this book blends ...

This book is the perfect book for in-house personal development. You don’t even have to leave the comfort of your own home to get well acquainted with the many different aspects of families that are struggling through alcoholism or addiction. Learn how to recognize key behaviors and how to work through them. Recognize patterns that enable your loved ones to stay sick and learn how to correct them. This book is dedicated to the family members that still suffer with living with alcoholism and addiction in the home. Making change is often the hardest thing we can do, but it is the best ...