Lindsay C. Gibson · Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Family roles and boundaries; the book’s title does not itself define a diagnostic category.
Books, readings and reflective films
Selected titles from the former Human-Service library, expanded with books published by 2025 and a curated film discussion list. Films are reflective prompts, not stand-alone treatment.
Selected books and reading materials
Brené Brown · Daring Greatly
A reflective book on vulnerability, shame and courage in relationships.
Verena Kast · Grief (title translated from the Hungarian edition)
Loss and the experience of grief; grieving does not unfold in a uniform sequence of stages.
Sue Hadfield; Gill Hasson · Assertiveness (Hungarian edition)
Personal boundaries and assertive communication.
Orvos-Tóth Noémi · Inherited Fate (translated title)
An exploration of family patterns; some proposed mechanisms should not be treated as established facts about inheritance.
Charles Duhigg · The Power of Habit
Popular science on how habits form, rather than a clinical treatment manual.
Janet Geringer Woititz · Adult Children of Alcoholics
A historically influential self-help perspective; its descriptions should not be generalised to everyone in this group.
Recommended readings
Dennis Greenberger; Christine A. Padesky · Mind Over Mood, 2nd ed.
A CBT-based thought and mood workbook addressing anxiety and depression; included in an APA resource list for clinicians.
Source ?Christopher R. Martell; Michael E. Addis; Neil S. Jacobson · Depression in Context
A foundational professional text on the clinical approach to behavioural activation, primarily intended for practitioners.
Source ?Russ Harris · The Happiness Trap, 2nd ed.
An ACT-based self-help book on values and psychological flexibility.
Kristin Neff; Christopher Germer · The Mindful Self-Compassion Workbook
Exercises in self-compassion; a gradual approach to the practices is advisable.
Katherine McKay; Matthew McKay; Patrick Fanning · Self-Esteem, 4th ed.
A structured self-help approach to self-esteem.
David A. Clark; Aaron T. Beck · The Anxiety and Worry Workbook
CBT-based exercises for managing anxiety and worry.
Russell A. Barkley · Taking Charge of Adult ADHD, 2nd ed.
Practical strategies for coping with adult ADHD and organising everyday life.
Susan David · Emotional Agility
A reflective book on understanding emotions, not a formal treatment protocol.
Films for guided reflection
Inside Out
Which emotion is the main character trying to avoid? The film personifies emotions; it is not a scientific model.
Inside Out 2
When does anxiety help with decisions, and when does it narrow our options? The subject may be sensitive for people experiencing intense anxiety.
Good Will Hunting
Which conversation helps the relationship develop? The film’s professional boundary crossings should not be treated as models of good practice.
The Farewell
Which values come into conflict? Themes of serious illness may be upsetting.
The Father
How do the characters’ perceptions of reality differ? Dementia and the burden of caregiving may make this film particularly sensitive.
Marriage Story
What recurring cycles keep the conflict going? The film may be difficult for viewers experiencing divorce.
Soul
How is achievement different from a sense of meaning? This is an artistic and philosophical portrayal, not a psychological assessment.
A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
What makes a conversation feel safe? Forgiveness is not an obligation and is not always the goal.