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Posted on May 15, 2013 at 10:26 am by Sparrow and modified on May 15, 2013 at 10:34 am.

AA is for Men and Women
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Does Alcoholics Anonymous work differently for men and women? A moderated multiple-mediation analysis in a large clinical sample Background Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) began as a male organization, but about one third is now female. Studies have found that women participate at least as much as men and benefit equally from AA, but it is unclear …∞

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Posted on May 12, 2013 at 11:49 pm by Sparrow

AA and NA Reduce Medical Costs

12-Step participation reduces medical use costs among adolescents with a history of alcohol and other drug treatment Adolescents who attend 12-step groups following alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment are more likely to remain abstinent and to avoid relapse post-treatment. We examined whether 12-step attendance is also associated with a corresponding reduction in health care …∞

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Posted on May 8, 2013 at 10:57 pm by Sparrow

Attendance at Meetings and Abstinence

Do 12 step meeting attendance trajectories over 9 years predict abstinence? This study grouped treatment-seeking individuals (n = 1825) by common patterns of 12-step attendance using 5 waves of data (75% interviewed Year 9) to isolate unique characteristics and use-related outcomes distinguishing each class profile. The “high” class reported the highest attendance and abstention. The …∞

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Posted on May 7, 2013 at 10:55 pm by Sparrow

AA and NA Works for Youth too
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Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous benefit adolescents who attend

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Posted on May 4, 2013 at 10:45 pm by Sparrow

Cocaine Anonymous
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Cocaine Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from their addiction. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. There are no dues …∞

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Posted on April 30, 2013 at 9:48 pm by Sparrow

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS OF EFFECTIVE ALCOHOL TREATMENT
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Early detection, including screening and brief interventions (for nondependent problem drinkers) Comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan Care management Individually delivered, proven professional interventions Contracting with patients Social skills training Medications Specialized services for medical, psychiatric, employment or family problems Continuing care Strong bond with therapist or counselor Longer duration (for alcohol dependent persons) Participation …∞

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Posted on April 29, 2013 at 9:33 pm by Sparrow

The Structure of AA
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Alcoholics Anonymous is not organized in the formal or political sense. There are no governing officers, no rules or regulations, no fees or dues. The need for certain services to alcoholics and their families throughout the world has, however, been apparent from the beginning of the Fellowship. Inquiries have to be answered. Literature has to …∞

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Posted on April 28, 2013 at 9:26 pm by Sparrow

The Role of AA Sponsors
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A pilot study of the role of AA sponsors An AA sponsor is a close 1-on-1 collaboration between an older sober member and a relative newcomer to sobriety. Its a two way helping relationship – the sponsor affirms their own sobriety and the sponsee gains new insights. AIMS: The aim of this study was to …∞

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Posted on April 27, 2013 at 9:16 pm by Sparrow

Are 12-Step Programs for Teens Effective?
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Image by beachblogger42 via Flickr Are 12-Step Programs for Teens Effective? Research shows that these types of programs are beneficial for teens. One particular study tracked the progress of 160 youngsters with an average age of 16, over the course of four and six week treatments based on AA’s 12-Step Program. The teens were re-evaluated …∞

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Posted on April 23, 2013 at 8:33 pm by Sparrow

12-Step Activities and Abstinence

Categorical 12-step involvement and continuous abstinence at 2 years  Abstract A longitudinal analysis of 12-step involvement was conducted among a U.S. sample of patients exiting treatment for substance dependence. Categorical involvement in a set of 12-step activities and summary scores of involvement from the Alcoholics Anonymous Affiliation Scale were examined in relation to continuous abstinence …∞

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