Written in a conversational and informational format, Freedom from Suffering starts with a section - "Preparing for your Journey" - that prepares the reader for the journey to address chronic pain management. It then offers seven steps that have helped Dr. Grinstead and thousands of patients in managing pain while improving the quality of their lives.

The book explores the nature of the chronic pain "beast," helps the reader define and understand the pain system, discusses the distinction between "pain" and "suffering," and helps the reader develop a successful pain management plan.

This is an excellent publication for addiction professionals, well worth the investment of time to read and digest the information provided, in order for the counselor to be aware of the additional challenges faced by clients concurrently battling both chronic pain and substance use disorders.

Dr. Grinstead, who graduated with a Doctorate in Addictive Disorders (Dr.AD) degree from Breining Institute (Class of 2002), presented his Doctoral Dissertation on "Managing Pain and Coexisting Addictive Disorders," and was subsequently published in the Breining Institute Journal of Addictive Disorders (see Grinstead, S.F. (2002). Managing Pain Medication in Recovery: An examination of addiction-free pain management, including effective treatment for chronic pain and substance abuse disorders. Journal of Addictive Disorders. Sacramento, CA: Breining Institute, www.breining.edu/TheJOURNAL.htm).

For ordering information and to contact Dr. Grinstead:
Grinstead Training, Consultation and Coaching Services
4200 N. Freeway Boulevard, Suite 3
Sacramento, Caifornia 95834
Telephone: 916-575-9961
Web site: www.addiction-free.com

Breining Institute, September 2011