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Who/when was AA founded

Bil Wilson and Bob Smith in 1950s




book in 1935

Core elements of 12-step group

desire to stop drinking


no membership fee


no alliance with other groups



3 misconceptions about AA

need to believe in God


AA is drug substitution


disregard to medication in AA

5 Adv of 12 step groups

free


available at variety of times and places


ppl share similar concerns


ritual is comforting/helpful for chaotic lifestyle


spiritual nature can be good focus for self-improvement

3 disadvantages of AA

spirituality v religion


steps 1 and 3 imply addict is not responsible


switch from drugs to going to meetings

ALANON

recovery program for someone who is close to an addict

ALATEEN

young people living with alcoholic in family

Two other support groups

Dual Recovery Anonymous


Cocain Anonymous