A troubling story about an AA group that’s gone off the rails. Over the years I’ve seen groups like this pop up from time to time. Fortunately, they tend to be self-limiting. They usually grow for a short time and then fizzle out as people either leave or relapse. It’s troubling that this group seems to have gotten very large and lasted for some time.
Critics Say Washington AA Chapter Is Cultlike
Published by Jason Schwartz
I have been an addiction professional and social worker since 1994. I started blogging in 2005 as the Clinical Director at Dawn Farm. I currently serve as the Director of Social Work and Spiritual Care for a healthcare system. I've also served as the Director of Behavioral Health at another hospital. I'm also a lecturer at Eastern Michigan University’s School of Social Work. Views expressed here are my own. Keep in mind that the field, the contexts in which the field operates, and my views have changed over time. View all posts by Jason Schwartz
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Surrounding meetings should invade the group conscious- business meeting and vote changes that will adhere more to the 12 traditions. Maybe. Or just avoid the place.
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“Surrounding meetings should invade the group conscious- business meeting”. Is this your idea of the spirit of AA? This group is thriving. My member has never been this well or sober. The last two paragraphs of the article speak volumes to the good that this group does.
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