There are numerous support groups that exist for a variety of reasons. We have discussed two of the largest and best known groups, Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. The alcoholic does not exist in a vacuum. Their addiction causes problems and concerns for others as well, including friends, co-workers and family members. There are support groups available for them as well as for the recovering alcoholic.
Al-Anon has been in existence for over 55 years offering hope and support to those adults who are affected by a problem drinker. Each alcoholic affects the life of at least four other people. It doesn’t matter whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not, if you have a relationship with them, you need the support, strength and fellowship of Al-Anon. Al-Anon was formed by Lois Wilson in 1951. She is the wife of the co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, Bill Wilson.
Alateen is part of Al-Anon but is for young people ages 12 to 20. Alateen groups are sponsored by Al-Anon members. Its goal is to help them recover from the effects of living with the problem drinking of the alcoholic. In terms they can easily understand they learn that compulsive drinking is a disease and that they are not the cause of anyone else’s drinking or behavior. They are advised that they cannot change or control anyone but themselves. They learn that they can still love the person while detaching themselves emotionally from the drinker’s problems. They discover that they can build satisfying life experiences for themselves, no matter what else is happening in their home.
There are other support groups that are run by churches, hospitals, clinics and work places. Whether you are the recovering alcoholic or a friend or relative of an alcoholic, it is important for you to know that there are support groups available to help you face life. There are Nar-Anon groups for the families and friends of drug addicts. If there is no support group in your area, contact the national group and find out about starting one of your own.
If you or someone you know has a problem with an addiction to drugs or alcohol, A Better Tomorrow is waiting to hear from you. They can get you started down the recovery road.
If you need help, are struggling with an addiction, or know of someone who is, please contact A Better Tomorrow Treatment Center today. We are here to help.
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Monday, December 7, 2009
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Twelve Step Program – Narcotics Anonymous
A twelve step program is a set of guiding principles outlining a course of action to aid in the recovery from addiction. While twelve step programs have been adapted for use with a variety of compulsion and behavioral problems, this article will focus on its use to treat addiction.
Only two of the words, in two of the steps, of the Twelve Step program used by Alcoholics Anonymous were changed and became the foundation of Narcotics Anonymous. In the first step the word alcohol was replaced by ‘our addiction’. In the twelfth step the word alcoholics was replaced by ‘addicts’. NA is a nonprofit organization that supports men and women who have had major problems with drugs and addiction. The program is group oriented as are other twelve step programs. After Alcoholics Anonymous it is the second largest 12-step organization in existence. There are over 40,000 NA meetings that are conducted in over 125 countries.
Membership in Narcotics Anonymous is totally free. The only requirement to join is a desire to stop using. Meetings are held in a variety of public places such as libraries, hospitals, clinics, community centers, parks or church meeting rooms. Members find a home group, usually one with easy access for them. They are allowed to sit in on other groups particularly if they are out of the area where their home group is located. The group meets regularly to help each other stay clean.
NA defines "clean" as complete abstinence from all mood and mind altering substances, including alcohol. The only interest and focus of these groups is keeping its members clean. NA does not get involved in any outside issues including science, medicine or politics. It also does not endorse any other organizations or institutions. It does not advertise or promote itself in any way. They attract new members through public information and outreach, or word of mouth.
If you, or someone you love, are suffering with an addiction, A Better Tomorrow knows how to help. They are only waiting for your call. Be strong; make that call today to get yourself, or your loved one, on the road to recovery.
If you need help, are struggling with an addiction, or know of someone who is, please contact A Better Tomorrow Treatment Center today. We are here to help.
http://www.abttc.net/
Phone: 800.971.1586
Fax: 800.401.8464
24 Hour Addiction HelpLine
Tel. (800) 396-9389 (7 days 24 hours)
e-mail: info@24houraddictionhelp.com
http://www.24houraddictionhelp.org/
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Only two of the words, in two of the steps, of the Twelve Step program used by Alcoholics Anonymous were changed and became the foundation of Narcotics Anonymous. In the first step the word alcohol was replaced by ‘our addiction’. In the twelfth step the word alcoholics was replaced by ‘addicts’. NA is a nonprofit organization that supports men and women who have had major problems with drugs and addiction. The program is group oriented as are other twelve step programs. After Alcoholics Anonymous it is the second largest 12-step organization in existence. There are over 40,000 NA meetings that are conducted in over 125 countries.
Membership in Narcotics Anonymous is totally free. The only requirement to join is a desire to stop using. Meetings are held in a variety of public places such as libraries, hospitals, clinics, community centers, parks or church meeting rooms. Members find a home group, usually one with easy access for them. They are allowed to sit in on other groups particularly if they are out of the area where their home group is located. The group meets regularly to help each other stay clean.
NA defines "clean" as complete abstinence from all mood and mind altering substances, including alcohol. The only interest and focus of these groups is keeping its members clean. NA does not get involved in any outside issues including science, medicine or politics. It also does not endorse any other organizations or institutions. It does not advertise or promote itself in any way. They attract new members through public information and outreach, or word of mouth.
If you, or someone you love, are suffering with an addiction, A Better Tomorrow knows how to help. They are only waiting for your call. Be strong; make that call today to get yourself, or your loved one, on the road to recovery.
If you need help, are struggling with an addiction, or know of someone who is, please contact A Better Tomorrow Treatment Center today. We are here to help.
http://www.abttc.net/
Phone: 800.971.1586
Fax: 800.401.8464
24 Hour Addiction HelpLine
Tel. (800) 396-9389 (7 days 24 hours)
e-mail: info@24houraddictionhelp.com
http://www.24houraddictionhelp.org/
Feel free to follow us on Facebook and Twitter too!
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