The number 12 has always been important in our lives, whether we have been aware of it or not. There are 12 months in a year, 12 eggs in a dozen, and there are even 12 days of Christmas. But for ...

The 12 steps... how Alcoholics Anonymous began. Eighty years ago, two strangers with alcohol addictions talked on the phone and found support in each other.

Soon, the alcohol will begin to flow, and there will be revelry. But one block away, in the balmy lobby of a small church, close to 100 people are taking part in this night’s meeting of “The Doctor’s ...

What if Alcoholics Anonymous doesn’t work for you? You’re not alone. Explore why the 12-step model isn’t for everyone, and ...

April 10, 1939, marks the publication date of “Alcoholics Anonymous: The Story of How Many Thousands of Men and Women Have Recovered from Alcoholism.” One of the best-selling books of all time ...

These 12 celebrities detailed their experiences attending Alcoholics Anonymous and how it's saved their lives during crucial moments.

Faced with the coronavirus pandemic, US recovery groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous are trying to safely offer support to their at-risk members. With public gatherings being cancelled, many in ...

The 12-step philosophy was first introduced by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) as a way of life and a path to recovery from alcoholism. It has since been adopted by many other types of addiction ...

A sponsor in AA is a member who has made significant progress in their own recovery and offers personal guidance and support to newer members, often referred to as sponsees. The role of a sponsor is ...

Since its founding in 1935, the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step model has been used as the basis of 30 other fellowships, including Gamblers Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous.