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Is Alcoholics Anonymous A Cult?
In 1998, Charles Bufe wrote a book that criticized AA called, “AA: Cult or Cure?” The book is available online. He does a pretty good job of laying out the history of AA, its links to religion, and how AA is practiced today. But, in the end, Mr. Bufe cannot come to a solid, unambiguous conclusion. ….
Read more ›Can I Bring My Husband to My AA Meeting?
Alcoholism is a family illness. Alcohol use disorder affects spouses, children and even extended family members. Thus, recovery is important for the entire family. Who Marries an Alcoholic? While there are some stereotypes regarding personality types who tend to marry alcoholics, the uncomfortable truth is that anyone can marry an alcoholic. Anyone can suddenly find ….
Read more ›Alcohol 12-Step Program
There’s a ongoing criticism of Alcoholics Anonymous: the program inflates what should be a simple and straightforward behavior change into an extended, sometimes years-long process. Those that make this claim point out a single step is the only thing needed – just stop drinking. Those who’ve participated in AA successfully strongly disagree. And the rationale for ….
Read more ›12 Step Principles
Along with the traditional twelve steps of AA, there are a series of linked principles. These restate and reinforce some of the issues common to the alcoholic community. Some refer to these as the virtues of Alcoholics Anonymous. Surrender – the act of admitting we are powerless on our own. Hope – also mentioned as ….
Read more ›The Stages of Change Model in 12 Step Drug Treatment
As of the first day in drug treatment, addicts enter into a step-by-step process of change that works to undo the effects of addiction and create a lifestyle capable of supporting ongoing abstinence. Most all 12 Step drug treatment programs follow set protocols designed to promote ongoing growth and change throughout the recovery process. The ….
Read more ›Are there 12 Step Programs for Compulsive Behavior Addictions?
According to the National Library of Medicine, compulsive addiction is a persistent behavior that has detrimental consequences on your life, person, or livelihood and are currently on the rise. This means that a person suffering from a compulsive addiction continues to exhibit the behavior regardless of the consequences of their addiction. There are 12 step ….
Read more ›Why 12 Step Groups are Especially Effective for Teens
12 step programs have been around since the creation of Alcoholics Anonymous in the early 1900s. One of the reasons that 12 step programs continue to be one of the leading methods of substance abuse and addiction treatment is the fact that they are successful. This is particularly true in teens. To understand why 12 ….
Read more ›Step 6 NA – Creating a Drug-Free Mindset
Step 6 – “Were entirely ready to have God remove all these defects of character.” Up to this point, Steps 1 to 5 have laid the groundwork for change to take place. With Step 6 NA, it’s time to ask for help with making these changes. Asking for help from a Higher Power may be ….
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