“This is not an either/or dynamic—it’s both/and.” —Jamie Marich, Ph.D. Over the last two decades, it has become clear that a significant percentage of people who struggle with addiction ...

As is often the case in 12-step groups ... addiction. In NA, addiction is treated by abstinence and through application of the spiritual principles contained in the Twelve Steps of Narcotics ...

“This little commitment was really significant.” AA and NA literature, like the Big Books, are full of the reasoning behind the 12 steps and tools to help navigate sobriety. The books cost ...

Then Steward found a treatment program, which pushed her to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and follow the 12 steps. Attendees are encouraged to complete 12 guidelines — or “steps ...