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Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction

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Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction by Patrick J Carnes is the definitive guide on sex addiction, written by a pioneer in its treatment. This revised and updated third edition incorporates the latest research and addresses the surge in cybersex addiction. It identifies warning signs, explains the underlying dynamics, and details the consequences of sexual addiction and dependency. With practical wisdom and spiritual insight, it offers a path from the depths of sexual compulsion to a fuller, healthier life.
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Ideal for individuals struggling with sexual addiction, their loved ones, and health professionals seeking a compassionate, research-based understanding of this condition.

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With detailed descriptions of the four stages of sexual addiction, the author outlines the dynamics of dependency and offers evaluation methods and solutions. The text addresses issues relating to behaviour, cultural standards, legal consequences, the victim, and public opinion.

Patrick Carnes is the author of "In the Shadows of the Net", "Don't Call it Love", and "Sexual Anorexia".

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With the revised information and up-to-date research, Out of the Shadows is the premier work on sex addiction, written by a pioneer in its treatment.

Sex is at the core of our identities. And when it becomes a compulsion, it can unravel our lives. Out of the Shadows is the premier work on this disorder, written by a pioneer in its treatment. Revised and updated to include the latest researchβ€”and to address the exploding phenomenon of cybersex addictionβ€”this third edition identifies the danger signs, explains the dynamics, and describes the consequences of sexual addiction and dependency.

With practical wisdom and spiritual clarity, it points the way out of the shadows of sexual compulsion and back into the light and fullness of life.

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"We recommend Patrick Carnes's Out of the Shadows to every sex addict and codependent we treat. This book provides a tremendously powerful experience, helping both sex addicts and codependents realise they are not alone and not destined to eternally be at the mercy of the disease." – Dr Ralph Earle and Dr Gregory Crow, Lonely All the Time
Out of the Shadows has become a guidebook for sufferers and counsellors alike. – Roda Salter, Keene Sentinel

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781568386218

Publisher: Hazelden Information & Educational Services

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 May 2001

Country: United States

Imprint: Hazelden Information & Educational Services

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 212.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 240

About the Author

Patrick J. Carnes, PhD, is an internationally known authority and speaker on addiction and recovery issues. He has authored over twenty books including the bestselling titles Out of the Shadows: Understanding Addiction Recovery, Betrayal Bond, Don't Call It Love, The Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps and The Gentle Path through the Twelve Principles.

Dr. Carnes' research provides the architecture for the "task model" of treating addictions that is used by thousands of therapists worldwide and many well-known treatment centers, residential facilities, and hospitals. He founded IITAP (International Institute for Trauma and Addiction Professionals), which provides CSAT (Certified Sex Addiction Therapist) training and certification as well as cutting-edge information for addiction professionals. Dr. Carnes currently serves as a Senior Fellow and Executive Director for the Gentle Path Program at The Meadows in Wickenburg, Arizona.

For more information on his work and contributions seeΒ www.patrickcarnes.com. You can also find him on Facebook and Twitter: @drpatrickcarnes.

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