Attending AA Aids Abrupt End to Drinking
Exploring patterns of remission from alcohol dependence with and without Alcoholics Anonymous in a population sample. Narratives provided by former heavy drinkers have indicated that respondents who attended the self-help fellowship Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) experienced more abrupt resolutions than respondents who never attended AA. This study explored the extent to which this difference in resolution [...]
Alcoholics Anonymous with Narcotics Anonymous success in England
Alcoholics Anonymous with Narcotics Anonymous success in England AIMS: This study investigates the relationship between frequency of attendance at Narcotics Anonymous and Alcoholics Anonymous (NA/AA) meetings and substance use outcomes after residential treatment of drug dependence. It was predicted that post-treatment NA/AA attendance would be related to improved substance use outcomes. METHODS: Using a [...]
More 12-Step meetings predict abstinence
A NATURALISTIC COMPARISON OF OUTCOMES AT SOCIAL AND CLINICAL MODEL SUBSTANCE ABUSE TREATMENT PROGRAMS. Abstract: Since the 1970s, much of the public treatment system in California has been based on a social model orientation to recovery for alcoholics, but there has been minimal research on program outcomes. This article reports on follow-up interviews conducted with [...]
What are Sexuality and Sexual Health?
Sexuality is reflected in the total expression of who we are as human beings. It encompasses our values, attitudes, behaviors, physical appearance, beliefs, emotions, and personality, as well as the way in which we have been socialized. It involves our sexual identity and orientation. It begins before birth and lasts a lifetime. The expression [...]
Family history of alcoholism affects response to drug used to treat heavy drinking
September 19, 2007 – Naltrexone is one of four oral medications approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of alcoholism. A recent large multicenter research study of alcohol dependence supported by the National Institute of Alcoholism and Alcohol Abuse (NIAAA), the COMBINE Study, suggested that naltrexone produced a modest but [...]
A Referral Resource for Therapists
Self-help groups: A referral resource for professional therapists This article discusses the nature, structure, limitations, and potential of self-help organizations. The effective utilization of self-help organizations requires the referring therapist’s awareness of the goals, methods, and services provided by the group and evaluation of the unique needs of potential group members. The value of [...]
Brief-TSF Description
Brief-TSF Description Brief Twelve Step Facilitation (Brief-TSF) is a new synthesis of experience and research covering the last 65 years. Varied forms of TSF have been devised and utilised by a variety of helpers since Twelve Step Fellowships originated by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). These range from simple advice to ‘Go to AA’ through various forms [...]
Self-help Works for Substance Abuse
Self-help for substance-use disorders: history, effectiveness, knowledge gaps, and research opportunities Scientific evidence suggests substance-use disorder (SUD)-focused self-help group involvement is a helpful adjunct to SUD treatment, yet significant knowledge gaps remain. The principal aim of this review is to highlight areas of knowledge deficit and their implications for research and practice. To accomplish [...]
How can I stop smoking?
The Cochrane Library has evidence that can help Acupuncture? Nicotine patches? Telephone therapy? Antidepressants? Cognitive behavioural therapy? Which work? Which have no effect? Which are dangerous? Confused? Over 40 Cochrane reviews analyse the evidence. For example, one systematic review (CD000146) shows how nicotine patches can double the odds of successful quitting. Another (CD000031) concludes that [...]
Microcephaly
Title: MicrocephalyCategory: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 12/31/1997Last Editorial Review: 10/29/2008