Are AAers sicker and diseased more then they Think?

Question

From extensive exposure and research into Alcoholic Anonymous, I have discovered that their are serious underlying psychiatric disorders in most of its members. It is not until they address these pre-existing disorders that they will achieve any lasting relief from self-inflicted pain and suffering. Those 'ol timers" with many years of AA attendence, tout and brag about years of sobriety, are extremely difficult to interact with on a healthy social level. They are spineless and weak! They have an aversion of self-discipline and are indeed powerless AND dangerous. They are the disease! If I had a choice to become an AAer or stay a drunk, I would certainly choose the later! For your Holistic health, stay clear of these cultists!

Answer 1

The National Institute for Mental Health said that "half of all alcoholics and up to 75% of all addicts" have an existing mental health disorder.

It's my belief that mentally healthy people don't stay long in the rooms, the ones with problems stay.

And why is it that many posters believe that if you object to AA, you must be a drunk? I've been sober for 5 years, and couldn't stay that way for more than a few months at a time until I walked away from AA.

Answer 2

I used to drink heavily... A fifth of whiskey a day actually... I quit drinking almost 20 years ago and never went to AA... I just decided to quit and I did... so maybe the problem lies with the AA organization itself? They tell you you're sick and have a problem, they tell you that once an alcoholic always an alcoholic but I don't believe that. I admit I didn't drink for a long time, but I can have a drink or two now and then and know when I've had enough.

Answer 3

OK, here goes. From the looks of it, you have obviously been to more than a few meetings and were intimidated by what you heard (am I getting warm?). That seems pretty normal to me, because at my first few I really didn't want to be near those characters. I was so bad that I couldn't believe anyone could stop. Everything you say is fine with me, but 22 years ago I was in a coma and nobody was left who cared, except this old guy from AA. Try saying what you wrote out loud at a meeting and let"s see who's REALLY weak. Good luck,---Rat

Answer 4

AA basically works because of the support system. The rest of it is essentially malarkey.

But is does work, and of course alcoholics are addictive personalities. You can give it whatever other label you want, but it's basically an incurable condition. But it is controllable, and AA participation controls it as well as any other type of "therapy."

You, however, may need more than therapy - perhaps a lobotomy?

Answer 5

I agree. They trade one addiction for another.(religion, coffee & cigarettes) They drink a pot of coffee & smoke a pack of cigarettes. Some even smoke pot & say that's OK because they're not drinking. "Bill" cheated on his wife.......I know some old timers who go to one or more meetings a day. If they need that much of a crutch, I agree that they need a different kind of help. I had a traumatic time with domestic abuse & my therapist pointed it out that I was self-medicating with alcohol. Also, they seem to lose their sense of humor.

Answer 6

WOW, how sad that you must have had a horrible experience in such a wonderful program. As a recovering alcoholic and current member of AA, I thank God everyday for the program and the other members, without it, surely I would die.

Answer 7

AA is for quitters!!

Answer 8

Keep coming back, It works if you work it.

Answer 9

wow, dude, you need some recovery.
That has not been my experience AT ALL!