In most developed nations, alarming increases in the prodigious economic, social, and
medical burden attributable to alcohol and other drug misuse has opened the door for …

Treatment for alcohol dependence is often provided in outpatient settings, and often
includes introduction to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Relatively little is known about …

ABSTRACT Mutual-help groups (MHGs), such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), have been
shown to be helpful to a broad range of individuals suffering from substance use disorders …

Rationale Indices of negative affect, such as depression, have been implicated in stress‐
induced pathways to alcohol relapse. Empirically supported continuing care resources, such …

Spirituality or belief in a higher being is an integral part of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). This
study examines the role of religiosity in AA involvement and long-term sobriety in a …

Objective: This study investigated differences regarding degree, duration, and motivation of
abstinence within a group of individuals with very low alcohol consumption. Reliability of self …

The purpose of this project was to identify the outcomes associated with frequent, moderate,
occasional, and nonparticipation in Alcoholics Anonymous by male alcohol dependents …

BACKGROUND: Despite the value of 12-step meetings, few studies have examined factors
associated with attendance among those living with HIV/AIDS, such as the impact of HIV …

Objective: Research indicates that Hispanic clients are less likely than non-Hispanic white
(NHW) clients to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) after treatment. This study examined …

This study analyzed the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) participation of 55 patients during the 3
months after their discharge from structured treatment, when dropout is high. Three levels of …