Free Literature
LCL offers free books and pamphlets on a variety of issues, such as addiction, recovery, relapse prevention, emotional issues, grief and loss, family struggles, and employee/employer issues.
To receive literature, simply contact us at 1-800-335-2572, extension 13 or Admin@lclpa.org.
LCL's most requested books are the Feeling Good Book by David Burns, M.D. and Stress Management for Lawyers by Amiran Elwork, Ph. D.
The Feeling Good Book is the clinically proven drug-free treatment for depression. The back cover states, "The good news is that anxiety, guilt, pessimism, procrastination, low self-esteem, and other 'black holes' of depression can be cured without drugs. In the Feeling Good Book, eminent psychiatrist David D. Burns, M.D., outlines the remarkable, scientifically proven techniques that will immediately lift your spirits and help you develop a positive outlook on life."
Stress Management for Lawyers is written by the Director of the Law-Psychology Graduate Training Program at Widener University, Dr. Elwork. The back cover states, "Although there are many books about stress, this one is written specifically for lawyers. It outlines the reasons that law is one of the most stressful professions and presents self-help methods that are particularly appropriate for attorneys. Even the busiest lawyers find it easy and useful to read."
Another popular book LCL mails out is Success Briefs for Lawyers. It offers inspirational insights on how to succeed at law and life.
Other books we have include the following:
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Addiction |
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| Addiction, Change, and Choice by Vince Fox | It briefly but comprehensively covers the most important issues in this complex area and does so in a courageous, hard-headed, open-minded, and yet highly personal manner. |
| The Addictive Personality by Craig Nakken | A powerful and poignant description of the process of addiction - the causes, stages of development, and consequences. |
| Addictive Thinking by Abraham Twerski, M.D. | Discusses how self-deceptive thoughts can undermine self-esteem and threaten sobriety. It includes updated information and research on depression and affective disorders. |
| The Selfish Brain by Robert Dupont, M.D | Compares basic brain chemistry to the workings of particular drugs. It explains how individuals and communities become trapped in destructive habits and how various treatment approaches lead to recovery. |
| Alcoholism: For Drunks Only by Richmond Walker | Originally published in 1945, it is a fundamental introduction to Alcoholics Anonymous written for newcomers. |
| Under the Influence by James Milam, Ph.D. & Katherine Ketcham | A guide to the myths and realities of alcoholism. |
| Codependency: Boundaries by Anne Katherine, MA | How to recognize and set healthy boundaries. |
| Codependent No More by Melody Beattie | How to stop controlling others and start caring for yourself. |
| Stepping Stones to Recovery | A collection of topical articles and personal stories which addresses the methods of working out codependent behaviors. |
Emotional |
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| The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide by David Miklowitz, Ph.D. | A practical, straightforward book that is a great help to those who have bipolar illness as well those who love them. |
| The Chronic Illness Experience by Cheri Register | Essential support and inspiration for people with chronic illness - and those who love them. |
| Embracing the Fear by Judith Bemis & Amr Barrada | A guide to learning how to manage anxiety, and panic attacks. |
| From Anger to Forgiveness by Earnie Larsen | A practical guide to breaking the negative power of anger and achieving reconciliation. |
| Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by Roy C. | A survival guide specifically for the family and friends of someone with OCD. |
| Sick and Tired of Feeling Sick and Tired by Paul Donoghue, Ph.D. & Mary Siege, Ph.D. | This book offers hope and coping strategies to people who suffer from invisible chronic illness. |
| When is Enough, Enough? by Laurie Ashner & Mitch Meyerson | A no-nonsense guide on how to replace chronic dissatisfaction with contentment and fulfillment through self-understanding. |
| When Someone You Love Has a Mental Illness by Rebecca Woolos, MFT | This book offers exciting and vital current information about recovery from mental illness and substance abuse while addressing short-term, daily problems of living with someone who has mental illness. |
| When Symptoms Return by Dennis Daley & Loren Roth | A guide to relapse prevention in psychiatric illness. |
| Working in the Dark by Fawn Fitter & Beth Gulas | A guide to assist you in keeping your job while you are dealing with depression. |
Gambling |
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| Losing Your Shirt by Mary Heineman | Recovery for Compulsive Gamblers and their families. |
Motivational |
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| It's a Jungle Out There | An inspirational, motivational gift book filled with quotes. |
Overeating |
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| Freedom from Compulsion by Tim Sheehan, Ph.D & Sue Hoisington, Psy.D. | An eating disorder workbook. |
| The Thin Books by Jeane Eddy Westin | Daily strategies and meditations for fat-free, guilt-free, binge-free living. |
| The Twelve-Step Workbook of Overeaters Anonymous | The sole purpose of the workbook is to guide your personal journey through the steps, and to explore and discover how compulsive overeating has affected your life, your relationships, and your well-being. |
Parenting |
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| Sing Your Own Song by Cynthia Orange | An informative and inspirational guide for single moms. |
| Straight Talk by Claudia Black, Ph.D. | What recovering parents should tell their kids about drugs and alcohol. |
| Toxic Parents by Dr. Susan Forward | In this remarkable self-help guide, case histories of adult children of toxic parents help you free yourself from the frustrating patterns of your relationship with your parents. |
| Where the Sky Ends by M.G. Stephens | A memoir of alcohol and family. |
Recovery |
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| Alcoholics Anonymous | Also known as the Big Book, it is the basic text for Alcoholics Anonymous. |
| Alcoholics Anonymous - Workbook Edition | Its purpose is to make the Big Book easier to study and understand. |
| The Anonymous Disciple by Gerard Goggins | A powerful tale of escape from the spiritual abyss. Jim Collins, a Jesuit, a joy, an enigma. His journey from outcast to exemplar is a compelling story of the human and the divine. |
| >Black and Recovering by Peter Bell | A workbook for recovering African-Americans who are currently in treatment or in aftercare. |
| Chemical Dependency And the African American by Peter Bell | Mr. Bell discusses how issues related to race,culture, and class play a vital role in treating addictions as a physical, mental, and emotional disorder. |
| Came to Believe | The spiritual adventure of Alcoholic Anonymous as experienced by individual members. |
| Daily Reflections | A book of reflections by Alcoholic Anonymous members for Alcoholic Anonymous members. |
| Denial is Not a River in Egypt by Sandi Bachom | A humorous collection of the quips and wise sayings, epigrams and home truths that have seen so many through troubles times and recovery. |
| From Addiction to Serenity by Vaughn W. | A guide back to the joys of life or an inspirational account of one man's courageous struggle back from addiction. |
| God Calling | The power of love and joy that restores faith in our troubled world. |
| A Good First Step by Richard Hamel, M.S. | A First Step workbook for Twelve Step programs. |
| Healing the Shame That Binds You by John Bradshaw | In an emotionally revealing way Bradshaw shows us how toxic shame is the core problem in our compulsions, co-dependencies, addictions, and the drive to super-achieve resulting in the breakdown of ourselves and our families. In his book, he offers techniques to heal our shame. |
| How to Get Sober and Stay Sober | This step-by-step guide helps those new to recovery start building the foundation for a lifetime of sobriety. |
| I'm Black and I'm Sober by Chaney Allen | The timeless story of a woman's journey back to sanity. The first autobiography written by a recovering African American woman. |
| Living Sober | Methods Alcoholic Anonymous members have used for not drinking. |
| Narcotics Anonymous | The basic text for Narcotics Anonymous. |
| A Program for You | A guide to the Big Book's design for living. |
| Relapse Prevention Counseling for African Americans by Roland Williams & Terence Gorski | Relapse is a serious problem for all recovering people but it is especially severe for African Americans seeking recovery from addiction. They offer an in-depth look at Relapse among recovering African Americans and what can be done to prevent it. |
| Sober but Stuck by Dan F. | A much-needed book, the first to address long-term recovery issues, this picks up where Alcoholic Anonymous classic "Big Book' leaves off. |
| Sobriety and Beyond by Father John Doe | This book explains effectively and without complexities of denomination, or formality, those truths for happy living contained in the spiritual steps of the program of Alcoholics Anonymous. |
| Sobriety Without End by Father John Doe | Written over a period of ten years, during which time the author devoted all his time among members of Alcoholic Anonymous. It is a safe and simple guide to happiness and peace of mind and soul. |
| Stop the Chaos by Allen Tighe, M.S., C.C.D.C.R. | It offers a straightforward, practical, effective guide to recovery. |
| Twenty-Four Hours a Day | Daily readings for Alcoholic Anonymous members. |
| Unemployed No More by John Young | The only job-search handbook designed specifically for persons in recovery. |
| Vastly More Than That by Guy Kettelhack | Stories of lesbians and gay men in recovery. |
| A Woman's Way Through the 12 Steps by Stephanie Covington | This book brings a feminine perspective to the 12 Step program, searching out the healing message beneath the male-oriented words. |
| Working Clean and Sober by David Skibbins, Ph.D. | Going back to work is never easy - but going back to work after treatment for addiction can be especially challenging. This book offers a practical, compassionate survival guide for recovering people in the workplace. |
Relationships |
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| Crazy Times by Abigail Trafford | A guide to surviving a divorce and building a new life. |
| Sexual Addiction: Facing the Shadow by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D. | A gentle path workbook for beginning recovery from sex addiction. |
| In the Shadows of the Net by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., David Delmonico, Ph.D., & Elizabeth Griffin, M.A. | A guide to break free of compulsive online sexual behaviors. |
| Out of the Shadows by Patrick Carnes, Ph.D | A guide to understanding sexual addiction. |
| Sex & Love Addicts Anonymous. | The basic text for the Augustine Fellowship Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous |
Substances |
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| Dangerous Drugs by Carol Falkowski | An easy-to-use reference for parents and professionals presenting the latest trends, facts, and findings in basic, simple language. |
| Substance-Abusing High Achievers by Abraham Twerski | Dr. Twerski demonstrates chemical dependency is indeed an equal opportunity destroyer and he illuminates the makeup of high-achieving substance abusers as their narratives unfold. |
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