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Resources

For Individuals Struggling with Problematic Sexual Behaviors

In the Shadows of the Net: Breaking Free of Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior (2001), Patrick Carnes, David L. Delmonico & Elizabeth Griffin. Hazelden, Center City, MN.

Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction (2001), Patrick Carnes. Hazelden, Center City, MN.

What's the Big Deal about Pornography? A Guide for the Internet Generation (2008), Jill C. Manning. Shadow Mountain Press, Salt Lake City, UT.

Confronting Pornography: A Guide to Prevention and Recovery for Individuals, Loved Ones, and Leaders (2005), Mark Chamberlain, Dan Gray, & Rory Reid (Editors). Deseret Book, Salt Lake City, UT.

Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction (2004). Mark Laaser. Zondervan Publishing, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul John Eldredge.

A Gentle Path Through the Twelve Steps: The Classic Guide for All People in the Process of Recovery (1993), Patrick Carnes.

Don't Call it Love: Recovery from Sexual Addiction (1991), Patrick Carnes.

Forgiving Ourselves: Getting Back Up When We Let Ourselves Down (2008). Wendy Ulrich, PhD. Deseret Book, Salt Lake City, UT

The Porn Trap by Wendy and Larry Maltz

He Restoreth My Soul by Don Hilton, MD

For Spouses

Mending a Shattered Heart: A Guide for Partners of Sex Addicts (2008), Stefanie Carnes, Editor. Gentle Path Press.

NOT "Just Friends": Rebuilding Trust and Recovering Your Sanity After Infidelity (2004), Shirley Glass and Jean Coppock Staeheli.

Affairs: A Guide to Working Through the Repercussions of Infidelity
(1999), Emily M. Brown

Discussing Pornography Problems with a Spouse: Confronting and Disclosing Secret Behaviors (2002 & 2005), Rory C. Reid & Dan Gray. Mental Health Publications, Salt Lake City, UT

How Can I Forgive You? The Courage to Forgive, the Freedom Not To
(2004), Janis Abrams Spring. Harper Collins Publishing, New York, NY

Infidelity on the Internet: Virtual Relationships and Real Betrayal
(2001), Marlene M. Maheu & Rona B. Subotnik. Sourcebooks Inc., Naperville, Illinois

Living with Your Husband's Secret Wars (1999), Marsha Means. Fleming H. Revell, Grand Rapids, MI.

Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself by Melody Beattie, Hazelden

The Dance of Intimacy by Harriet G. Lerner. Harper & Row, New York, NY

The Dance of Anger: A Woman's Guide to Changing the Patterns of Intimate Relationships by Harriet G. Lerner. Harper & Row, New York, NY

The Dance of Deception: A Guide to Authenticity and Truth-Telling in Women's Relationships by Harriet G. Lerner. Harper & Row, New York, NY

Torn Apart By Porn by Diony George www.tornapartbyporn.com

Let's Talk About the Elephant in the Room: How LDS Women Can Protect Families from Pornography by Jill Manning, PhD (available at Deseret Book)

Your Sexually Addicted Spouse by Barbara Steffens and Marsha Means

For Couples

Hold me tight: Seven conversations for a lifetime of love Susan M. Johnson (2008): Little Brown

Sex, Lies, and Forgiveness: Couples speak out on healing from sexual addiction (2004). Jennifer Schneider. Recovery Resources Press.

Take Back Your Marriage: Sticking Together in a World that Pulls Us Apart
William J. Doherty, Guilford Press.

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John M. Gottman. Three Rivers Press.

Open Hearts: Renewing Relationships with Recovery, Romance & Reality
(1999), Patrick Carnes, Debra Laaser & Mark Laaser

Facing the Shadow: Starting Sexual & Relationship Recovery (2005), Patrick Carnes.

Divorce Busting: A Step-by-Step Approach to Making Your Marriage Loving Again by Michele Weiner-Davis.

The Peacegiver: How Christ Offers to Heal our Hearts and Homes
James L. Ferrell, Deseret Book.

Strengthening Recovery Through Strengthening Marriage: Healing From Pornography Addiction
(Audio program - 6 CD set) - Dr. Kevin Skinner & Geoff Steurer MS, LMFT, available at www.marriage-recovery.com

For Parents

Pornified: How Pornography is Transforming Our Lives, Our Relationships, and Our Families by Pamela Paul.

Protecting Your Child in an X-Rated World: What You Need to Know to Make a Difference by Frank York & Jan LaRue

Home Invasion: Protecting Your Family in a Culture that's Gone Stark Raving Mad by Rebecca Hagelin.

How and When to Tell Your Kids About Sex: A Lifelong Approach to Shaping Your Child's Sexual Character by Brenna & Stan Jones

Kids Ask About Sex: Honest Answers for Every Age
Edited by Melissa R. Cox & the Medical Institute for Sexual Health

Ten Talks Parents Must Have with Their Children about Sex and Character
Pepper Schwartz & Dominic Cappello.

Between Parent and Child: The Best-Selling Classic that Revolutionized Parent-Child Communication (2003). Haim Ginott, Alice Ginott, and H. Wallace Goddard. Three-Rivers Press.

Talking to your Kids about Sex
Mark Laaser, PhD

For Clergy

What's the Big Deal about Pornography? A Guide for the Internet Generation (2008), Jill C. Manning. Shadow Mountain Press, Salt Lake City, UT.

Confronting Pornography: A Guide to Prevention and Recovery for Individuals, Loved Ones, and Leaders (2005), Mark Chamberlain, Dan Gray, & Rory Reid (Editors). Deseret Book, Salt Lake City, UT.

Infidelity on the Internet: Virtual Relationships and Real Betrayal
(2001), Marlene M. Maheu & Rona B. Subotnik.

Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction (2004). Mark Laaser. Zondervan Publishing, Grand Rapids, Michigan.

In the Shadows of the Net: Breaking Free of Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior (2001), Patrick Carnes, David L. Delmonico & Elizabeth Griffin. Hazelden, Center City, MN.

Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction
Addiction (2001), Patrick Carnes. Hazelden, Center City, MN.

Drug and Alcohol Rehab Guide
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