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12 step recovery programmes uses the 12 steps as guiding principles which outline a journey for recovery from addiction or other behavioural problems. 12 step recovery programmes are still an extremely popular form of addiction treatment. The most famous examples of 12 step recovery programmes, which most people have heard of, are Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous and Gamblers Anonymous.
12 step recovery programmes may take place through outpatient services, where attendees still live at home but attend regular 12 step meetings. Alternatively, 12 step recovery programmes may be administered as part of an addiction treatment programme in a rehab centre.
Some people are sceptical of 12 step recovery programmes because of their focus on a need to recognise that there is a "higher power" which can have a protective and nurturing effect. It is important to note though that in a 12 step recovery programme, this higher power is not necessarily a religious one and 12 step recovery programmes are suitable for non-religious people. For many, a 12 step recovery programme is the most effective form of treatment for addiction.
Not all 12 step recovery programmes are the same, but most will be based on the following outline:
» admitting lack of control over your addiction or compulsion;
» recognising a greater power that can give strength (not necessarily a religious one);
» examining past errors with the help of an experienced member;
» making amends for past errors;
» learning to live a new life with a new code of behaviour;
» helping others that suffer from the same addictions or compulsions
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