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Between two worlds: escape from tyranny : growing up in the shadow of Saddam
By Zainab Salbi, Laurie Becklund. 2006
Zainab Salbi was eleven years old when her father was chosen to be Saddam Hussein's personal pilot and her family's…
life was grafted onto his. Her mother, the beautiful Alia, taught her daughter the skills she needed to survive. A plastic smile. Saying yes. Burying in boxes in her mind the horrors she glimpsed around her. "Learn to erase your memories," she instructed. "He can read eyes." In this richly visual memoir, Salbi describes tyranny as she saw it--through the eyes of a privileged child, a rebellious teenager, a violated wife, and ultimately a public figure fighting to overcome the skill that once kept her alive: silenceHealing the child within: discovery and recovery for adult children of dysfunctional families
By Charles L Whitfield, Charles Whitfield. 1987
Describes the journey of discovering and healing our fears, confusion and unhappiness. Also describes and develops the concept of adult…
children of troubled and dysfunctional families in general, rather than focusing only on the alcoholic familyThe sober truth: debunking the bad science behind 12-step programs and the rehab industry
By Zachary Dodes, Lance Dodes, Lance M Dodes. 2014
Chosen: A memoir of stolen boyhood
By Stephen Mills. 2022
The epilogue is read by the author. "An unparalleled achievement , a work of shattering, almost unbearable radiance. I did…
not stop crying throughout. For Mills. For my young self. For all of us who have lived and continue to live in that pitiless abyss of childhood abuse. To read this courageous book is to be transformed utterly by Mills's empathy, resilience, and grace. Mark my words: Chosen is destined to be a classic because this is a book that will save lives." —Junot Díaz, author of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao At thirteen years old, Stephen Mills is chosen for special attention by the director of his Jewish summer camp, a charismatic social worker intent on becoming his friend. Stephen, whose father died when he was four, places his trust in this authority figure, who first grooms and then molests him for two years. Stephen tells no one, but the aftershocks rip through his adult life, as intense as his denial: self-loathing, drug abuse, petty crime, and horrific nightmares, all made worse by the discovery that his abuser is moving from camp to camp, state to state, molesting other boys. Only physical and mental collapse bring Stephen to confront the truth of his boyhood and begin the painful process of recovery—as well as a decades-long crusade to stop a serial predator, find justice, and hold to account those who failed the children in their care. The trauma of sexual abuse is shared by one out of every six men, yet very few have broken their silence. Unflinching and compulsively readable, Chosen eloquently speaks for those countless others and their families. It is a rare act of consummate courage and generosity—the indelible story of a man who faces his torment and his tormentor and, in the process, is made whole. A Macmillan Audio production from Metropolitan BooksWe too: Essays on sex work and survival
By Natalie West. 2022
This collection of narrative essays by sex workers presents a crystal-clear rejoinder: there's never been a better time to fight…
for justice. Responding to the resurgence of the #MeToo movement in 2017, sex workers from across the industry-hookers and prostitutes, strippers and dancers, porn stars, cam models, Dommes and subs alike-complicate narratives of sexual harassment and violence, and expand conversations often limited to normative workplaces. Writing across topics such as homelessness, motherhood, and toxic masculinity, We Too: Essays on Sex Work and Survival gives voice to the fight for agency and accountability across sex industries. With contributions by leading voices in the movement such as Melissa Gira Grant, Ceyenne Doroshow, Audacia Ray, femi babylon, April Flores, and Yin Q, this anthology explores sex work as work, and sex workers as laboring subjects in need of respect-not rescue. Contains mature themesIf you have experienced sexual abuse, assault, harassment, or rape, you may feel disconnected from your sexual self-even if you've…
overcome the initial trauma. You are a survivor; but surviving is just the beginning. Written by a psychologist and grounded in cutting-edge research, Reclaiming Pleasure picks up where other sexual trauma recovery books leave off. It offers practical tools to help you cultivate a sense of safety, security, and trust in order to reclaim the vitality, pleasure, and great sex you deserve. The book will also serve as your compass on a journey toward the rediscovery of desire, letting you explore what you want from others and for yourself. This groundbreaking book will help you: - Understand the lasting mental, physical, sexual, and relational impacts of sexual trauma - Move beyond feelings of shame - Reclaim pleasure and reignite passion in your life Surviving is merely the first step in the process of recovery. With this sex-positive and empowering guide, you are invited to take your recovery to the next level. You'll feel emboldened by the desire for better sex, healthier relationships, and a more connected, pleasurable lifeMagnificent desolation: the long journey home from the moon
By Buzz Aldrin, Ken Abraham. 2009
Astronaut reflects on his notoriety after the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing: his alcoholism, clinical depression, and two failed marriages.…
Discusses his recovery from addiction, eventual acceptance of his celebrity status, and his loving and lasting marriage to Lois Driggs Cannon. 2009100 questions & answers about how to quit smoking
By Marianne Mitchell, Charles Herrick, Charlotte Herrick. 2010
Gives an overview of the properties and history of tobacco, the physical and psychological effects of nicotine, and prevention methods…
to avoid smoking. Discusses the medical consequences of the habit; cessation programs with attention to sex, age, and ethnicity of users; and post-addiction symptoms. 2010The lonely soldier: the private war of women serving in Iraq
By Helen Benedict. 2009
Journalism professor Benedict profiles five women of different races and backgrounds who served in the Iraq War. Examines the experience…
of the female soldier in the U.S. armed services, including sexual harassment, assault, and rape. Offers suggestions on ways to reform the military. Provides resources. Violence and strong language. 2009Methland: the death and life of an American small town
By Nick Reding. 2009
Chronicles Oelwein, Iowa, from 2005 to 2008 as a crystal methamphetamine epidemic destroys the farming town. Discusses the economics, politics,…
and cultural history that makes "crank" the drug of the white working class. Profiles a local physician, county prosecutor, addict, and dealer. Violence and strong language. 2009Tweak: (growing up on methamphetamines)
By Nic Sheff. 2009
In this companion to Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey through His Son's Addiction (RC 66107), Nic Sheff, the son, reflects…
on his behavior and relationships during the six years he used a variety of illegal drugs. Strong language and some descriptions of sex. For senior high and older readers. 2008420 grammes
By Philippe Meilleur. 2022
420 grammes, c’était la consommation annuelle de cannabis de Philippe Meilleur, auteur comique, avant d’écrire ce livre. Dans cet essai…
tragi-comique, il dresse un bilan éclaté de sa carrière d’accro : il revisite son adolescence à grands coups d’autodérision, réfléchit à l’adulte qu’il est devenu et décortique sa relation amour-haine avec le pot. Saura-t-il au passage se libérer de sa dépendance?Investigative reporter's account of Austrian engineer Josef Fritzl, who secretly imprisoned his daughter Elisabeth in a dungeon for twenty-four years…
while claiming she had joined a cult. Discusses Josef fathering seven children with Elisabeth, the terror he inflicted on his family, and his prior crimes. Violence. 2009The new codependency: help and guidance for today's generation
By Melody Beattie. 2009
A follow-up to the classic Codependent No More (RC 28220) explains that codependency is a pattern of behavior rather than…
an illness. Using examples from her own life, Beattie discusses analyzing one's actions and offers enabling techniques to set boundaries and take better care of oneself. 2009Beyond belief: finding the strength to come back
By Josh Hamilton, Tim Keown. 2008
Autobiography of an All-Star outfielder for the Texas Rangers. Hamilton describes being first choice in the 1999 baseball draft as…
a high school senior. Details his time in the minor leagues and discusses the cocaine addiction that jeopardized his life until a spiritual redemption in 2005 saved him. 2008Let's clear the air: 10 reasons not to start smoking
By Deanna Staffo. 2007
More than forty kids aged nine to fifteen explain why they plan to remain smoke free. Their essays and statements…
are grouped by reason, from peer pressure and risk of cancer to family health, addiction, effect on sports performance, cost, and environmental consequences, among other factors. For grades 5-8. 2007Domestic-abuse expert advises women to become stronger and take charge of their own lives. Discusses the societal traditions that condition…
women to be "nice girls" but may set them up to be used and/or abused. Offers suggestions for overcoming negative behaviors and empowering oneself. 2008Regaining your self: breaking free from the eating disorder identity : a bold new approach
By Ira M. Sacker, Sheila Buff. 2007
Medical specialist discusses the spectrum of eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia, and compulsive overeating that are accompanied by underlying…
issues such as perfectionism and depression. Describes his method of treating a patient's mind, body, and soul by using personal interactive rational therapy (PIRT). Offers treatment options and resources. 2007Fourth edition of the basic 1939 text of Alcoholics Anonymous, the "big book." Describes the recovery program and includes personal…
histories of recovering members. Highlights founder Bill's story, the self-help group's twelve traditions, plus medical and religious views of the organization. 2001Stick figure: a diary of my former self
By Lori Gottlieb. 2001
Adult author revisits the diary she maintained in 1978 when she was an eleven-year-old girl hospitalized with anorexia. She records…
family arguments, body-image obsessions, dieting, worrying about inhaling calories from people's breath, conversations with doctors, and being discharged. Some strong language. For junior and senior high readers. 2000