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A ''twelve-step program'' is a self-help group whose members attempt recovery from various [[addiction]]s and [[compulsion]]s through the use of a plan referred to as the [[12 steps]]. |
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The first such program was [[Alcoholics Anonymous]], which was begun in [[1935]]. |
The first such program was [[Alcoholics Anonymous]] (AA), which was begun in [[1935]]. Many other programs since have adapted AA's original steps to their own ends. |
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Many other programs since have adapted the Steps to their own ends. |
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Related programs exist to help family and friends of those with addictions. These programs also follow modified versions of the 12 Steps. |
Related programs exist to help family and friends of those with addictions. These programs also follow modified versions of "the 12 Steps." |
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Revision as of 18:21, 27 December 2001
A twelve-step program is a self-help group whose members attempt recovery from various addictions and compulsions through the use of a plan referred to as the 12 steps.
The first such program was Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which was begun in 1935. Many other programs since have adapted AA's original steps to their own ends.
12-step programs:
Related programs exist to help family and friends of those with addictions. These programs also follow modified versions of "the 12 Steps."
- (others?)