Table of Contents
The Wellness - Recovery Connection
by John Newport, Ph.D.
Contents
xi
Foreword by Terrence T. Gorski
xv
Acknowledgements
xix
Introduction
Part I: The Importance of Wellness to Recovery
3
1. Wellness: The Missing Dimension in Recovery
9
2. The Importance of Wellness to Early Recovery and Relapse Prevention
27
3. Claiming Your Birthright to Optimal Health
Part II: Integrating the Cornerstones of Wellness into Your Recovery Program
43
4. The Nutritional Hazards of Alcoholism and Drug Addiction
57
5. Your Nutritional Foundation for Recovery
89
6. Physical Exercise: Fitness and Recovery
105
7. Stress Management and Meditation
125
8. Developing a Strong Social Support System
141
9. Cultivating Your Central Purpose, Spirituality and Life Satisfaction
155
10. Conquering Nicotine Addiction
Part III: Your Personal Blueprint for Wellness and Recovery
179
11. Conducting Your Personal Wellness Assessment
207
12. Action Planning for Wellness:Getting Started, Monitoring Your Progress and Following Through
231
13. Making Optimal Use of Health Care Resources
253
14. Parting Thoughts
259
Appendix: Suggested Resources for Wellness and Recovery
271
References
285
About the Author
286
Share Your Journeys in Wellness and Recovery
287
Wellness and Recovery Website