Using sex, romance, or relationships to escape painful feelings or reality.

Until the 50th‑anniversary edition is complete, the existing Basic Text remains the conference‑approved literature.

The SLAA Basic Text is structured to take a reader from the chaos of active addiction to the peace of long-term recovery. 1. The Nightmare of Addiction

—serves as the foundational manual for individuals seeking recovery from compulsive sexual and emotional behaviors. Published by The Augustine Fellowship

: A significant portion of the text and related S.L.A.A. recovery literature addresses the "withdrawal" phase, which occurs when an addict stops their bottom-line behaviors and faces the underlying emotional pain. Availability and Formats

By studying this text, attending meetings, and working with a sponsor, recovery is possible.

He read the text until the urge subsided, leaving him exhausted but intact.

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