Natural Therapies for Overcoming Opioid Dependency: Control Pain and Recover from Addiction with Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, Herbs, Nutritional Supplements & Meditation and Lifestyle Practices

Published in 2018, this volume emerged during a period of increasing public scrutiny regarding the opioid epidemic in the United States and the urgent search for integrative pain management alternatives. Catherine Browne, a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, authored the work to provide a structured guide for those seeking to reduce reliance on conventional pharmacological interventions by leveraging traditional Chinese medicine and holistic wellness practices.

The book is designed as a practical, evidence-informed manual that synthesizes centuries-old botanical knowledge with modern nutritional science and mindfulness techniques. By focusing on the physiological impact of addiction and chronic pain, Browne aimed to offer a supportive framework for recovery. It is categorized within the broader wellness literature that advocates for a multimodal approach to healthcare, emphasizing lifestyle modification alongside specialized acupuncture protocols to assist in the stabilization of the nervous system.