Lifeskills for Adult Children - Paperback

Lifeskills for Adult Children by Janet Woititz

From Janet Woititz, author of the New York Times bestseller Adult Children of Alcoholics, comes this practical guide designed specifically for ACoAs to develop essential skills for navigating adult life with confidence and improved self-worth.

Build Essential Life Skills

This book addresses the unique challenges faced by Adult Children of Alcoholics and Substance Abusers. Lifeskills for Adult Children provides actionable strategies to help you stand up for yourself without losing your temper, make decisions without second-guessing, handle criticism without feeling worthless, and learn to say no and maintain boundaries.

Practical Tools for Real-World Challenges

Co-authored with Alan Garner, M.A., this guide tackles common difficulties including asking for what you want, solving problems effectively, handling criticism constructively, and setting healthy boundaries. Each chapter includes clear examples to clarify concepts and exercises to practice your new skills in real-life situations.

About the Authors

Janet Woititz (1938-1994) authored multiple books on recovery and relationships, including Adult Children of Alcoholics, The Self-Sabotage Syndrome, The Struggle for Intimacy, and Healing Your Sexual Self. She founded and directed the Institute for Counseling and Training in West Caldwell, New Jersey. Alan Garner, M.A., is a relationship-skills trainer based in Laguna Hills, California, and author of the million-copy bestseller It's OK To Say No To Drugs.

Who This Book Helps

Whether you struggle with assertiveness, communication, or maintaining your sense of self-worth in relationships, this book provides the tools needed for personal growth and emotional healing. The techniques apply specifically to the complex experiences of Adult Children, making this an essential resource for your recovery journey. Published by Health Communications in paperback format, this guide affirms and encourages Adult Children while teaching practical skills to make complex adult life more manageable.