Addictions and harmful behaviour
These pages offer lists of recommended resources on various themes, including books, websites, apps and more. They have been put together by members of the counselling service team: we hope they offer some useful suggestions. We have included a range of resources and, inevitably, you may find that some things are more helpful than others. Feedback is always welcome; the pages are updated on a regular basis.
A note on language: Sections are organised by theme to help you find your way to resources relevant to you. We recognise that there are many ways to describe and categorise mental health and emotional difficulties, identity and lived experience. As such, these themes are by no means definitive or exhaustive. We encourage you to explore the material here in order to find out what fits for you.
The University is not responsible for the content displayed on external links. We recommend that you seek advice from your GP if you have concerns about your mental health, or if you are experiencing a crisis please refer to our student help page for urgent support.
Read
Books
Overcoming problem drinking: a self help guide to using cognitive behavioural techniques - Marcantonio Spada (Bodleian e:book available)
The addiction workbook: a step-by-step guide to quitting alcohol & drugs - Patrick Fanning and John O’Neill
Overcoming sex addiction: a self-help guide - Thaddeus Birchard
The Porn Trap: the essential guide to overcoming problems caused by pornography - Larry Maltz & Wendy Maltz
The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober: discovering a happy, healthy, wealthy alcohol-free life - Catherine Gray
Rewired: A Bold New Approach To Addiction and Recovery - Erica Spiegelman
Living with Co-Occurring Addiction And Mental Health Disorders: A Handbook for Recovery - Mark McGovern
The Addiction Recovery Workbook - Paula A. Freedman
Websites - Oxford Services
AA - Directory of Local Meetings in and around Oxford
Drug Addicts Anonymous Oxford Meetings
Websites - National Services
Al-Anon For Families and Friends of Alcoholics
Talk To Frank - Information about drugs
Listen
Our Mental Wellness Series organised by the Experimental Psychology Department at Oxford University
A series of talks and presentations developed by the Oxford University Counselling Service
Learn
Workshops
Workshops and Groups - University of Oxford
- Reducing Digital Distraction with Dr Ulrik Lyngs
- Cut Down Your Drinking