Vastly More Than That: Stories of Lesbians & Gay Men in Recovery (Paperback)

~ (Author) "One summer day in 1989, at the end of a daily early morning A A meeting at which we both were regulars, Philip asked me..." (more)
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In his articulate and thoughtful analysis of lesbians and gay men navigating the recovery maze, Guy Kettelhack sheds light on both the universality of the recovery experience and the special nature of recovery as gay men and lesbians experience it. Direct and scrupulously honest, vastly more than that provides a sense of what it's like for gay men and lesbians to overcome crippling self-hatred as it examines the triumphs and setbacks they face in dealing with compulsive behaviors and addiction. with insight and empathy, Kettelhack offers guideposts along the road to recovery. He invites honest self-exploration while reassuring and inspiring those who are already making the journey.

About the Author

Guy Kettelhack is an analyst-in-training at the Boston and New York Centers for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies. He has written seven books on recovery. He lives in New York City.

Product Details

• Paperback: 200 pages
• Publisher: Hazelden; 1 edition (April 14, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1568382057
• ISBN-13: 978-1568382050
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #939,679 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Important reading for recovery, July 15, 2009

By	Nettie Scott (City of Brotherly Love) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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A good introduction to issues that arise for gay and lesbian individuals working toward recovery from substance abuse. An honest look at what is different for gay and lesbians with substance issues seeking recovery. Worth reading before going into treatment and as a part of aftercare.