Why Is It Aa Does Not Work?

Updated

Alcoholics Anonymous does not work for many people trying to stay sober. What are some of the reasons for this and what other treatment methods are successful.

3 Replies

Earliest Newest Votes
1

Alcoholics Anonymous isn't necessarily for everyone. I think the simple fact of the matter is that each person has his or her own agenda and may just not be ready to move on with their life. The level of depression that accompanies heavy drinking could also be one that goes much deeper than many realize.

Other factors that may have an influence on this program's success is whether or not the person has any additional problems other than just alcohol. Often times depression or loneliness is just what we see on the surface, and various behavioral patterns have been embedded into their everyday life through watching others or hanging out with the wrong crowds to feel more accepted in society.

I'm sure everyone is going to have a different story, but ultimately A.A. can't force you into becoming someone who is sober. It really comes down to the having the sheer burning desire within to break any unhealthy patterns and start fresh on a clean slate. For many individuals this is something that can only be achieved through intense will power by being scared into taking action, if they have a serious health problem arising.

I'm not sure 'all' of what goes into Alcoholics Anonymous, with regards to treatment. In the end, there's always going to be some people who just can't be helped unless they choose to help themselves first, by accepting who they are and who they want to become.

Was this helpful? 1
2

the most common problem that people face when using AA for treatment is a failure to recognize that god is necessary for their recovery.

if you argue about god - then AA is the wrong program for you. IMHO

Was this helpful? 0
3

Re: David (# 1) Expand Referenced Message

very interesting discussion. the crux of the program is honesty. one could argue that lack of honesty is flaw in personality or character development.

"you cannot change what you do not acknowledge..." shameless plug from Dr. Phil (he is on tv afterall).

Was this helpful? 0

More Discussions:

why america does not have x112 antiadiposidum with all those overweight poeple everything else seem to work

why can we not have X112 antiadiposidum in america with all those overweight poeple around. This drops are really workin...

4 REPLIES
about the 20 the crush resistance one milligram opana er this medicine does not work it is not worth taking and it is not selling fda betrayers

My pain management doctor has felt me last year 2012 I didn't get any strong control medicine for 2 straight months ...

5 REPLIES
My Oxycodone is not working for arthritis, why?

Is there anything that would help with my arthritis and body pain that's felt all over? My Oxycodone is not working....

1 REPLY
Why doesn't this work for my pain?-hydrocodone acetaminophen 5 325

I had a total shoulder replacement and my doctor gave me Percocet to go home with. They immediately took the pain away f...

24 REPLIES
Restoril Why Doesnt It Work

I have had a hard time sleeping as a child. Now that I am 43 it is very bothersome to me. I don't drink or take any ...

10 REPLIES
actavis percocet does not work

Actavis percocet is doing nothing for my pain im bout to die from horrible pain help ## Hello, Misty! How are you? Many ...

5 REPLIES
does Strattera work. im not sure its helping me.

I was put on 40mg of Strattera along with my anti depressant Brintellix. I have trouble focusing. I start projects but n...

1 REPLY
crohns disease 4mg dilaudid does not work HELP!

Hi everybody I suffer from crohns disease and my levels of pain are off the charts sometimes, it gets real unbearable, I...

49 REPLIES
alvogen Is there another brand if this one doesn't work

I just received the 7.5/325mg yesterday, I have been reading the reviews and I am very concern. I have always taken the ...

1 REPLY
Aurobindo Adderall - I think its Counterfeit - Does not work

I think Aurobindo adderall is counterfeit.. I've Been on adderall for over 7 years and never ever had this brand and...

51 REPLIES