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A Meeting Between the Covers Jennifer Matesa uncovers the challenges real people encounter when they start taking their clothes off-without drinking or using in order to do so. Providing readers a meeting between the covers, Matesa blends first-person accounts bravely shared by diverse members of the recovery community, insights from experts, and her own perspectives. The result is a book that creates a space for a vital, new dialogue about sexuality and intimacy.

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Despite what you might have heard-or even believe-it is possible to have problems with sexual self-control and still be a good person and a valuable member of your family and community. Without taking a strong moral position on all sexual behaviors, the scientifically-based techniques in this book guide you to making better sexual choices that are in line with your own values. Using the book's evaluation worksheets, assess the level of your sexual self-control problem. Utilize its exercises to modify the thoughts and behaviors associated with sexual patterns you want to change. Support your goals with relapse prevention techniques that stress self-acceptance. By following the program in this book, privately and whenever you choose, you will learn how to lead a sexually fulfilling life that still promises you security, stability, and peace of mind.

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Understanding Sexual Addiction Now updated to include the latest research on cybersex addiction, this pioneering work carefully guides readers through an examination of the tangled web of love, addictive sex, hate and fear. Out of the Shadows defines and addresses sexual addiction in terms of behaviour, cultural standards, legal consequences, the victim's perspective and public opinion. It also offers detailed descriptions of the four stages of sexual addiction: preoccupation, ritualization, compulsive behaviour and despair.

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