2006-12-24 07:53:01 · 12 answers · asked by MBK 7 in Health ➔ Mental Health
There is no hard evidence that AA works, however there is a lot that says it doesn't.
AA's own triennial Survey says that 95% of new members will leave in the first year. Other studies have shown AA has a 5% success rate. Quitting without treatment of any kind also has a 5% success rate. If AA actually worked shouldn't it be higher? And AA has a MORTALITY rate that is SIX TIMES HIGHER than no treatment!
Check out this link for stats and studies:
http://www.orange-papers.org/orange-effectiveness.html
and this one to find out What Works (as far as treatment methods):
http://www.behaviortherapy.com/whatworks.htm
AA dogma that some sort of treatment is necessary has crept into the public consciousness; it is up to the individual to make a decision to quit and keep to it. Some people do this while attending AA, AA demands all the credit.
2006-12-24 15:41:54 · answer #1 · answered by raysny 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do you look for hard evidence that God exists?
AA is for people who want it. It does not sound like you do. So why bother? There are scientific studies out there that show AA is more successful at treating alcoholism than other treatments. However the bottom line is... if someone does not want to get help for thier alcoholism, then they intellectualize and ask questions such as this in order to protect the disease. Its a form of defense.
2006-12-25 22:04:20 · answer #2 · answered by spiritualjourneyseeker 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Are you adicted? Do you have a friend ou someone next you who is? If yes, try to go to a AA meeting. It worked to me (I learned a lot about the alcool disease and how to live with an alcoolic).
The 12 steps, the rules and traditions of AA are used for many groups in the worl. I think that this is a scientific proof of the benefits.
2006-12-24 10:57:08 · answer #3 · answered by Apolo 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I wanted to do the auto gag but was beaten to it. but seriously, there is no hard evidence, there are successes and failures, the important thing is recognising that you need and want help, that has got to be big, big step in the right direction, for some, the AA will give them a feeling of belonging, having the support of people who really do understand your plight, but, they can't live with you, you have to, for most of the time, face those Demons alone.
2006-12-24 08:20:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm an alcoholic, and I go to the weekley AA meetings at my local Town Hall and the biggest benefits are being able to stand in a circle holding hands with the other guys and not feeling gay about it !! Or did you mean the Automobile Assosiation ?
2006-12-24 07:59:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I used to be in the Automobile Association, but now with Green Flag.
2006-12-24 08:01:26 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
ITS AN AMAZING THING THAT I WAS ABLE TO CLEAN HOUSE AND START OVER. IM LEARNING TO UNDERSTAND WHERE MY PERCEPTIONS OF LIFE NEEDED ADJUSTMENT. OUT OF MY WILLINGNESS I HAVE GAINED AN INCREDIBLE LIFE. THE HARD EVIDENCE IS IN THE FACT THAT IM NO LONGER OBSSESED WITH DRINKING AND IT REALLY DOES WORK! IM ABLE TO BE A BETTER HUSBAND, SON, EMPLOYEE AND IM NOT POLLUTING THE WORLD WITH INSANITY WHERE AS BEFORE I SERVED A SIX YEAR PRISON TERM, STOLE MONEY AND WAS VERY SELF CENTERED. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO E MAIL ME AT sscourage2change@yahoo.com TAKE CARE AND TRUST ME IT STRAIGHT RIPS ALL OVER THE INSANITY, CHAOS AND MAYHEM
2006-12-24 08:16:01 · answer #7 · answered by Scot 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
sorry thought you meant the Automobile Association
2006-12-24 08:02:04 · answer #8 · answered by tonywuzere 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
could always try the RAC(the royal alcoholics club) i hear they get to you quicker than the AA
2006-12-24 08:05:53 · answer #9 · answered by bazz d 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Look at their long-term success rate relative to other programs.
2006-12-24 08:00:33 · answer #10 · answered by TheSlayor 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋