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Religion’s role in treating addiction

Religion’s role in treating addiction

Religion has increasingly been recognized as a resource for treating additions, ever since Alcoholics Anonymous introduced its 12-step program – with its recognition of a “higher power” – nearly 71 years ago. AA’s success has inspired a multitude of other 12-step programs (Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous), as well as addiction recovery programs tailored to a [...]


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