What organization can you join if you want to stop drinking?
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international association for anyone who has ever had a problem with alcohol. It is open to anyone regardless of gender, age, or background and is available worldwide.
Is there anything other than AA?
Self-Management and Recovery Training (SMART) Recovery. Women for Sobriety. Secular Organizations for Sobriety (S.O.S.) LifeRing Secular Recovery.
What is a sober club?
They’re part of a sober social club, made up mostly of women in their 30s who want to have fun and make friends without alcohol. The members of this club work out, have demanding jobs and simply don’t want to feel foggy or hungover anymore. Without alcohol, they say, they just feel better.
How do I find a support group?
Here are some ways you can find a support group: Check with your health care team or the hospital or medical center where you are receiving treatment. Many hospitals and cancer treatment centers sponsor support groups for their patients. A social worker at the hospital may also help you find a community support group.
How does addiction support groups help in your recovery?
Joining a support group can help you to: Avoid feeling isolated and alone in your struggle Regain control of your life Learn from others who’ve experienced the same or a similar struggle Surround yourself with people who don’t judge you Talk openly about your experiences and feelings Relieve stress, anxiety and depression Gain a new perspective on your problems and your addiction
What are support groups for addicts?
A support group is a group of people who are all struggling with the same disorder or problem. They hold meetings where addicts who are hoping to overcome their addictions can offer support, encouragement, and advice for getting, and staying, clean and sober.
What are the advantages of addiction treatment groups?
Group Therapy and Effectiveness. Those in support groups help each other stay motivated in their recovery efforts.