Alcoholics anonymous: Key research findings from 2002-2007

Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner; Helga Byrne

doi:10.1080/07347320903209665

Alcoholics anonymous: Key research findings from 2002-2007

Shulamith Lala Ashenberg Straussner, Helga Byrne

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Abstract

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and other 12-step programs represent an affordable and widely accessible community-based resource for the estimated 18 million Americans with alcohol-related disorders. While substantiating information regarding 12-step programs remains challenging due to their autonomous structure and emphasis on anonymity, an ever increasing body of research provides a wealth of data regarding AA's efficacy, mechanisms of change, and viability for various special populations. This review presents key empirical findings from 2002 to 2007 in these areas, as well as proposes recommendations for future research.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	349-367
Number of pages	19
Journal	Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly
Volume	27
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/07347320903209665
State	Published - Oct 2009

Keywords

12-step program
Alcoholics Anonymous
Dual diagnosis
Efficacy
Narcotics Anonymous
Special populations

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Medicine (miscellaneous)
Psychiatry and Mental health

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