Unhooked: Free Yourself from Addiction Forever

by Adi Jaffe PhD

Overview

NATIONAL BESTSELLER

Learn to identify the "hooks" that trigger your addictive behavior and replace compulsive habits with constructive ones using this helpful guide from a mental health expert.

As a young man, Dr. Adi Jaffe’s own battle with addiction nearly landed him a decades-long prison sentence. Now, his revelatory addiction treatment protocol has helped thousands to free themselves from the addictive habits that cause negative consequences. Dr. Jaffe’s shame-free, step-by-step program helps you address what's driving your addiction by:   

   ·Identifying the “hooks” that drive your behavior
   ·Building awareness of when these hooks are activated
   ·Unpacking your go-to habitual responses 
   ·Creating new, healthier patterns and ways of reacting

The Unhooked Method destigmatizes addiction and uses habit change knowledge and tools to help you to unhook for an addiction-free life.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780306833465
Publisher:	Grand Central Publishing
Publication date:	01/07/2025
Pages:	304
Product dimensions:	9.10(w) x 6.40(h) x 1.20(d)

About the Author

Adi Jaffe, PhD, is a nationally recognized expert on mental health, addiction, relationships, and shame. Formerly a lecturer in the UCLA Psychology department and the executive director and cofounder of one of the most progressive mental health treatment facilities in the country, he is the founder of IGNTD Recovery. Dr. Jaffe attended UCLA, graduating with a BA and a PhD in psychology. Using both his personal experience and his research and work with clients, Dr. Jaffe now writes for Psychology Today, and has been featured in CNN, The Huffington Post, Insider, and the Los Angeles Times, among many other outlets. Dr. Jaffe lives with his family in Southern California.

Editorial Reviews

Unhooked: Free Yourself from Addiction Forever” by Dr. Adi Jaffe offers a compassionate and practical approach to overcoming addiction. Drawing from his personal journey and professional expertise, Dr. Jaffe focuses on identifying the “hooks” that drive addictive behaviors. By building awareness of these triggers and developing healthier responses, individuals can transform their habits and lead addiction-free lives. For those seeking a comprehensive and empathetic guide to breaking free from addiction, “Unhooked” provides valuable insights and actionable steps toward lasting change."—Dr. Natalie Feinblatt, Trauma and addiction recovery specialist

"Unhooked provides the tools to shift your life in the direction you truly desire. A must-read for anyone
ready to elevate their life and unlock their full potential!"—Craig Clemens, serial entrepreneur and founder of Golden Hippo

“I was “hooked” on this book after a single sentence! Adi Jaffe is a masterful storyteller, which makes his deep research and clinical wisdom even more of a pleasure to read. It’s rare for someone to challenge existing paradigms so completely. Jaffe’s approach to taming addiction is fresh, contrarian—and persuasive. “Unhooked” is going to help a lot of people heal.”—Elisabeth Leamy, Former Good Morning America Consumer Correspondent

“Finally, a powerful book that looks at the deeper cause of addiction, while providing a different approach and solutions to help the addict and their family get to a place of health and wellbeing. A must read for anyone and everyone who struggles with addiction.”—John Assaraf, New York Times Best-selling Author of Having It All, Innercise and The Answer

"Adi Jaffe's Unhooked is a raw, revolutionary take on addiction that challenges everything we know about change. Through his powerful story, personal insights, and actionable methods, Unhooked offers a no BS shot of real hope for anyone looking to break free and take control of their life. A must-read for anyone serious about personal transformation."—John Kim, LMFT, bestselling author of I Used To Be A Miserable F*ck

"Unhooked is a breath of fresh air in the world of addiction recovery, and as a biohacker who believes in empowering people to take control of their health, I found Adi Jaffe’s approach incredibly aligned with my own philosophy. Adi doesn’t just offer another tired model of addiction; he opens the door to a completely new way of thinking—one that’s rooted in understanding the emotional 'hooks' that keep us trapped in destructive cycles. His storytelling is raw, real, and deeply personal, but what truly sets this book apart is how it empowers you to reclaim your life. Whether you're looking to unhook from addiction or any negative habit, this book is a game-changer for personal transformation."—Aggie Lal, author of the bestselling book Biohack Like a Woman

"Jaffe has done it again! In clear compelling language he combines stories, metaphors, and models to offer the reader a clear path for change, and compelling reminders about the motivation that is already present to follow that path. This book will appeal to anyone seeking an alternative to typical ( disease and abstinence oriented) US addiction treatment."—A. Tom Horvath, PhD, ABPP, president, Practical Recovery Psychology Group, La Jolla, CA; author of Sex, Drugs, Gambling & Chocolate: A Workbook for Overcoming Addictions

“A Book Nerdection Must Read: Unhooked is one of the most practical self-help books you may want to check out… I recommend this book to everyone living through a continuous cycle of addiction and finding it difficult to live a normal life.”
 —Nerdection

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