Books like Addicted to "love" by Stephen Arterburn

Explores how some women develop a pattern of over‑loving as a response to family dynamics, examining the psychological roots and effects of this compulsive behavior.

John Eldredge’s Wild at Heart examines masculinity from a Christian viewpoint, exploring the spiritual and religious dimensions of male life.

Codependent No More shows how losing yourself in another’s drama can create life‑shattering codependency, and offers clear, practical tools for breaking those patterns and reclaiming self‑care and happiness.

A candid guide addressing sexual addiction, offering real‑world insight into its roots, shame, purity, forgiveness, and the faith‑based journey toward reclaiming one’s true identity and healthy sexuality.

CBA bestseller -- An in-depth study of why your communication styles are not wrong, just different. Finally, an answer for the number one problem in marriages. This revolutionary message cracks the communication code between husband and wife: that unconditional respect is as powerful for him as unconditional love is for her. Based on Ephesians 5:33 and extensive biblical and psychological research, Dr. Emerson Eggerichs reveals the power of unconditional love and unconditional respect and how husbands and wives can reap the benefits of marriage that God intended.Dr. Emerson Eggerichs and his wife Sarah travel the country conducting the Love and Respect marriage conferences. Before launching Love and Respect Ministries, Emerson was senior pastor of Trinity Church in East Lansing, Michigan, for nearly 20 years. Emerson received his B.A. in Biblical Studies and M.A. in Communications from Wheaton College and Graduate School. He was later awarded a Master of Divinity degree from Dubuque Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Child and Family Ecology from Michigan State University. Married since 1973, he and Sarah have three adult children. He is the president of Love and Respect Ministries.

Patrick Carnes examines how exploitative relationships create traumatic bonds and offers tools for recognition and safe exit, making it a valuable resource for both readers and professionals.

A biblical guide to overcoming sexual sin, offering forgiveness, healing, and transformative change for Christians.

Discover the journey of the heart in John Eldredge’s spiritual guide, "The Sacred Romance," inviting readers to seek and embrace God’s unfathomable love.

'Mark has eloquently unraveled the mystery behind addictive behavior: when our relationships are not alive and growing, the temptation for various kinds of addictions is unleashed..'---Dr. Gary Smalley With today's rampant availability of Internet pornography, sexual addiction has become a national epidemic that affects up to 10 percent of Christians. As devastating as any drug habit, it brings heartbreak and despair to those it entangles. But there is help for men and women caught in sexual addiction's downward spiral. This book offers a path that leads beyond compulsive thoughts and behaviors to healing and transformation. Sensitive to the shame of sexual addiction without minimizing its sinfulness, Dr. Mark Laaser traces the roots of the problem, discusses its patterns and impact, and maps out a biblical approach to self-control and sexual integrity. Previously titled Faithful and True, this revision includes an all-new section that deals with sexual addiction in the church. Other important changes reflect cultural trends, incorporate current research, and place a greater emphasis on spiritual growth. This book also addresses the unique needs and issues of female sex addicts. Whether you know someone with a sexual addiction or struggle yourself, Healing the Wounds of Sexual Addiction points the way to understanding, wholeness, and holiness.