Comparison of 12-step groups to mutual help alternatives for AUD in a large, national study: Differences in membership characteristics and group participation, cohesion, and satisfaction
文摘
Presents results from the first wave of a longitudinal study comparing 12-step groups and abstinence-based alternatives Results show many differences across members of WFS, LifeRing, SMART, and 12-step groups, and suggest higher satisfaction and cohesion among the 12-step alternatives Conclusions are tentatively supportive of efficacy for the 12-step alternatives Referral to these alternatives may be appropriate overall and especially for those low on religiosity and commitment to abstinence