I DESERVE RESPECT collects together some of Hazelden's most noted authors like Merle Fossum and Guy Kettlehack, to offer guidance on the subject of shame, and shame in recovery. Different articles explain what shame is, how to identify it and how to work through it. Shame and addiction, men's experiences of shame, shame at our bodies, in our relationships, in the 12 steps and in our spiritual beliefs - these and other topics are explored to give readers guidance on their way to overcoming shame.