Posted by jazzdog on November 29, 2001, at 11:37:52
In reply to Re: Am I copping out by asking for a Benzo? » Chloe, posted by Krazy Kat on November 29, 2001, at 10:13:20
AA has by far the highest success rate in helping people recover from alcoholism. In fact, every major successful treatment centre, including Betty Ford and Hazelden, is AA based. As far as its being a cult, nothing could be further from the truth. AA is the closest thing I've ever seen to functional anarchy. Nobody makes any money, nobody gets to hold any power, absolutely nothing, including money, is asked of members, and everyone is free to find their own understanding of a power greater than themselves.
I'm not suggesting you should go to AA - you'll do that if and when you're ready. But it would be a shame to let misconceptions poison your mind against it.
Best of luck - Jane
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