A longitudinal study of the comparative efficacy of women for sobriety, LifeRing, SMART recovery, and 12-step groups for those with AUD

Despite the effectiveness of 12-step groups, most people reporting a prior alcohol use disorder (AUD) do not sustain involvement in such groups at beneficial levels. This highlights the need for research on other mutual help groups that address alcohol problems and may attract those who avoid 12-step groups. The current study addresses this need, offering outcome data from the first longitudinal, comparative study of 12-step groups and their alternatives: The Peer ALlternatives for Addiction (PAL) Study.

Source: Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment - February 17, 2018 Category: Addiction Authors: Sarah E. Zemore, Camillia Lui, Amy Mericle, Jordana Hemberg, Lee Ann Kaskutas Source Type: research