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In My Own Words... Essay Booklet (2010) - Honoring family members of a loved one struggling w/ addiction or in long-term recovery
January 13, 2011
ATTC Network Coordinating Office
The letters "A" and "C" written in white on a dark blue background square with rounded corners.
Addictions Counselor
The letters "A" and "C" written in white on a dark blue background square with rounded corners.
Addictions Counselor
The letters "A" and "C" and "S" written in white on a dark grey background square with rounded corners.
Administrator
The letters C and J and P written in white on a dark brown background square.
Criminal Justice Professional
The letters E and D and U written in white on a green background square.
Educator
The letters M and P written in white on a yellowish orange background square.
Medical Professional (Physician, Nurse, Physician Assistant)
The letters P and S and S written in white on a light blue background square.
Student

This book comprises 20 essays in which family members described, in their own words, the most challenging part about having a family member with a substance use disorder, what it means to have a loved one find long-term recovery and explain why they are committed to recovery.