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To: haqihana who wrote (91917)	12/22/2004 5:50:50 PM
From: Ilaine	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 793896

I know I am not supposed to give personal information about people in AA, but one member of my family was finally able to stop drinking by going to AA, and another has kicked the habit by becoming a Buddhist and meditating. I haven't stopped drinking but cut way back using Revia/Naltrexone. Having lost two family members to the effects of alcohol abuse, my position is "whatever works for you, do it."

To: haqihana who wrote (91917)	12/23/2004 8:10:47 AM
From: John Carragher	Read Replies (1) \| Respond to of 793896

only the weak need AA. amazing assessment of AA. I never thought to consider someone weak who tries anything to stop substance abuse. What AA provides in my opinion is a change in life style for someone addicted to alcohol for numerous reasons. Many who come into a program think they are alone and find many have experienced similar problems. They get support , direction, alternative ways to live their lives. Some of the these people never experienced friendships, people who care about them, help them get out of themselves and help others. I find the program has been very successful yet, a majority of people who come into AA never stay but a few do succeed. going without alcohol is only the first step in recovery.