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- W3161715905 abstract "BACKGROUND The Twelve Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) has proven to be an effective aid in recovery for many people with alcohol use disorder. While constructive criticisms of AA can be beneficial to the organization, other criticisms have merely served as rhetorical devices intent on discrediting the 12-step approach. OBJECTIVES This paper examines six prominent critiques of AA, paying special attention to the premises, tone, and factual basis of the statements. Interpretations grounded in AA literature are offered to address claims or critiques around prominent themes, which are organized into two main classes: purported causes of alcoholism and factors maintaining alcoholism. RESULTS Findings reveal tenuous statements in the AA literature that appear contradictory and thereby invite a misreading. These statements, some of which misrepresent the tenets of AA and its founders, underscore certain vocal criticisms that are not entirely unfounded. While many pages of the AA literature are imbued with timeless wisdom, even the most apologetic interpretations-distilled into benefit-of-the-doubt renderings-largely falter in defending the nature of the language that originated in the early 1900s at odds with 21st century understandings of alcohol use disorder. Conclusions/Importance: The AA literature essentially presents a valid target for critics, fueling resistance to this free community-based resource that may prevent people who could benefit from AA from seeking the help of the 12-steps." @default.
- W3161715905 created "2021-05-24" @default.
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- W3161715905 date "2021-05-10" @default.
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- W3161715905 title "An Apologetic Interpretation of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): Timeless Wisdom, Outdated Language" @default.
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