Question 1

One factor that seems to predict a successful outcome from participation in Alcoholics Anonymous is

Accepted Answer

Active participation in meetings is a key factor that predicts a successful outcome from participation in Alcoholics Anonymous. Engaging with the group and its activities helps individuals feel supported and accountable, which can significantly aid in recovery.

Question 2

For many years, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) had been described as having

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has been described as having a near-exclusive dominance in the addictions field due to its widespread recognition and use as a primary method for addressing alcoholism.

Question 3

The Secular Organization for Sobriety holds that each of the following is true, EXCEPT that

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The Secular Organization for Sobriety does not support the idea that people can learn to be social drinkers again after struggling with addiction, focusing instead on abstinence.

Question 4

One of the challenges to the traditional 12-step program holds that

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The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous does indeed reference individuals who have "recovered" from alcohol dependence, which can be seen as a challenge to the notion often emphasized in meetings that recovery is a continuous, lifelong process without a definitive endpoint of being "recovered."

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true in regard to the first 3 years of AA's founding?

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During the first 3 years of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)'s founding, there were indeed only a few success stories. The movement did not immediately explode onto the therapeutic scene with widespread success; rather, it grew gradually as its effectiveness became more widely recognized over time.

Question 6

The Rational Recovery movement

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Rational Recovery draws heavily upon the cognitive-behavioral schools of therapy, focusing on changing the thought patterns and behaviors associated with addiction rather than exploring underlying psychological issues or family systems.

Question 7

The research pool addressing Alcoholics Anonymous and its success

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The research pool on Alcoholics Anonymous is rather limited, as there are challenges in studying its effectiveness due to its anonymous nature and the variability in individual experiences.

Question 8

Kaskutas and colleagues (2005) found that in the first year of participation in AA,

Accepted Answer

Kaskutas et al. (2005) found that individuals who attended more Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings were more likely to maintain abstinence, indicating a positive relationship between meeting attendance and length of abstinence.

Question 9

One core belief of Alcoholics Anonymous is that

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One of the foundational principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is the acknowledgment that individuals have lost control over their alcohol use and are powerless over alcohol. This is reflected in the first step of the AA Twelve Steps program.

Question 10

Which of the following is true of Shirley Kishline, the person who founded Moderation Management?

Accepted Answer

Shirley Kishline founded Moderation Management as a method for people to manage their drinking. However, she was involved in a fatal alcohol-related car accident that killed two people after she had founded the organization.

Question 11

The Alcoholics Anonymous program is based on the premise that

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The Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) program emphasizes spiritual growth as a core component of recovery from alcoholism, suggesting that a spiritual awakening is part of the healing process. This is reflected in the 12 steps of AA, many of which involve spiritual concepts such as turning one's will over to a higher power.

Question 12

At the "open" meeting,

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In an "open" meeting format, typically one or two volunteers speak about their experiences with the program, and visitors are encouraged to ask questions to gain a better understanding of the process. This format is designed to be informative and welcoming to non-members.

Question 13

McPherson et al.(2009) have described Alcoholics Anonymous as

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McPherson et al. (2009) describe Alcoholics Anonymous as an essential element in recovery, recognizing its significant role in helping individuals overcome alcoholism.

Question 14

What percentage of those who join AA will abstain from alcohol for the rest of their lives?

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Studies and reports suggest that about 20% of those who join Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) maintain lifelong abstinence from alcohol.

Question 15

What percent of substance abuse rehabilitation programs utilize some kind of 12-step group model similar to AA?

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Around 95% of substance abuse rehabilitation programs incorporate some form of the 12-step model, which is a testament to the widespread adoption and influence of the approach pioneered by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in the treatment of addiction.

Question 16

Narcotics Anonymous

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Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is similar to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in its program structure and principles, but it differs primarily in its use of the term "addict" to be more inclusive of various types of substance dependencies beyond alcohol.

Question 17

The court system in various states has ruled that

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Courts have ruled that individuals cannot be compelled to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or similar 12-step programs that have a spiritual component without also being offered a secular alternative, as this could infringe upon their religious freedom or lack thereof.

Question 18

Which program rejects the 12-step style, instead maintaining there are multiple paths to recovery?

Accepted Answer

LifeRing is a secular recovery program that rejects the 12-step model, advocating for multiple paths to recovery.

Question 19

The financial contribution of each member of Alcoholics Anonymous

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Alcoholics Anonymous has a tradition of self-support through its own contributions, with a guideline that individual members should not contribute more than $1,000 per year to ensure the organization does not become dependent on large donations from a few members.

Question 20

A significant premise of Alcoholics Anonymous is that

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Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) posits that for individuals with alcohol use disorder, alcohol effectively becomes a "Higher Power" in their lives, dominating their thoughts, behaviors, and priorities. This concept is part of the broader AA philosophy that encourages members to acknowledge the power alcohol has had over them and to seek help through a higher power of their own understanding to overcome addiction.

Quiz 35: Support Groups to Promote and Sustain Recovery