pt. 1. Foundations. A survey of the problems ; An illustration of the problem ; The beginnings of the problem ; Resolving the problem ; Crisis management in disorders of self-control ; Counseling and the problem : see, hear ; Counseling and the problem : understand ; The IDEAS diagram : an aid to understanding ; Counseling and the problem : turn ; Counseling and the problem : be healed ; What to do when counseling is not wanted ; What to do when friends and family interfere
pt. 2. Resolving root problems. Sinful human nature : Eric's impulsiveness ; Physiological influences : Chuck's idleness ; Deficits : Keely's adultery ; Wounds : Cheryl's perfectionism ; Discrepancies : Howie's pornography ; Results of personal sin : Nina quit drinking, but ..
pt. 3. The only sufficient answer. Christian maturity : when? ; Christian maturity : how?
Appendixes. How to cope with anger ; How to stop unwanted thoughts ; Scriptures to displace unwanted thoughts ; How to break habits ; Ways to be accountable for your actions ; Accepting God's view of your worth ; How to resist temptation