The Compulsive Woman: How to Break the Bonds of Food Addiction, Smoking, Alcohol/Drugs, Sex, Work, Shopping, Exercise, TV/Internet & Much More

by Sandra Simpson LeSourd, James P. Gills (Foreword by)

Help for the millions of victims of compulsive behaviors. With insight and understanding gained from experience, Sandra LeSourd exposes the nightmarish existence of The Compulsive Woman. By sharing her own story, she helps you understand what drives women to compulsions, dependencies and life-threatening addictions. She also shows women how to recover self-worth and lead constructive lives. You’ll find specific guidelines to know yourself and your compulsions Identifying a number of emotional disorders Defusing anger and rage Ending male dependency Conquering alcoholism/addiction Restoring self worth Coping with drug-dependent children Helping a loved one through intervention Contacting organizations that can help Forgiving yourself and others "Sandra LeSourd has stared into a dark abyss few of us will ever confront. This book is her searing story and a loving map for others who are looking for a way out." - Diane Sawyer

About the

Sandra LeSourd is living proof that with God there are no helpless cases. Formerly Miss Vermont/Miss Congeniality, a Walt Disney artist and the coordinator of the Miss America-Pepsi Cola Scholarship Foundation, she is also the author of The Not-So-Compulsive Woman and A Woman’s Journey to Freedom. A popular conference speaker, Sandy’s focus is on relevant issues such healing from physical, emotional, spiritual and sexual addictions; compulsive and addictive behaviors; restoring relationships through reconciliation and forgiveness; preparing the bride of Christ.

320 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 1987

Reviews

[Eliza · Rating 3 out of 5]

DNF but I got a LOT from what I read. It’s a classic late 80s/early 90s self help book: take from it what you can.

[Karen · Rating 3 out of 5]

There is some helpful, practical information in this book but some of the treatment information is dated.