Drug addiction recovery groups

One survey of members found active involvement in any addiction recovery group correlates with higher chances of maintaining sobriety.[citation needed] Religiosity was inversely related to participation in Secular Organizations for Sobriety.[4] Since that time, dozens of other organizations have been derived from AA's approach to address problems as varied as drug addiction, compulsive gambling, sex and overeating.[5] As summarized by the American Psychological Association (APA), the process involves the following:[4] Participants attend meetings and are able to make new connections with other members who are striving towards a similar goal.Each group has its own textbook, workbooks or both, which provide information about their program of recovery and suggestions on how to "work the steps".
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