Addiction Recovery: A Handbook

This handbook explores the recovery movement, providing insights into its philosophy and practical applications for workers and managers in addiction recovery.

The book Addiction Recovery: A Handbook offers a comprehensive exploration of the recovery movement, emphasizing its significance for both social change and personal development. It presents a well-rounded understanding of recovery philosophy, supported by evidence and practical applications for workers and managers throughout the UK. The text is designed to be theoretical yet accessible, making it suitable for a wide range of readers interested in the recovery landscape.

In Addiction Recovery: A Handbook, various aspects of the recovery process are examined, including mutual aid, the history of the addiction recovery movement, and the interplay between recovery and public policy. The book provides insights into successful recovery communities and projects, highlighting the transformative potential of adopting a recovery-oriented philosophy in various services. It encourages practitioners to assess and implement these principles effectively, thereby fostering a more supportive environment for recovery.

Additionally, the book delves into international recovery studies, showcasing evidence of successful outcomes in the UK. Topics such as what constitutes 'mature' recovery systems and effective strategies for facilitating recovery are thoroughly analyzed. By bridging theory and practice, Addiction Recovery: A Handbook serves as an essential resource for anyone involved in the recovery field, offering guidance on how to create a more recovery-friendly approach in their work.