Essays on Alcoholics Anonymous

“Physicians who are familiar with alcoholism agree there is no such thing as making a normal drinker out of an alcoholic. Science may one day accomplish this, but it hasn’t done so yet.” (Source c. 1939 AAWS, Alcoholics Anonymous, more about Alcoholism, p. 31.) was actually the opinion of physicians before the advent of Alcoholics Anonymous. But as days went by the world witnessed the changes in the lives of alcoholics and a renowned physician Dr William D. Silkworth writes in the foreword to the fourth edition, “I personally know scores of cases who were of the type ...

[Sociology] [Group work meeting] Recently I attended two Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Both meetings were held on Friday, July 29, 2016. There were more than 15 members present at the meeting. From the very beginning a secretary and two speakers greeted everybody who attended an appointment and, after a while, discussed the main purpose and major goals of the meeting. They began with a moment of silence which was followed by a Serenity Prayer. At both meetings, a member read the 12 steps of the Alcoholics Anonymous meeting. I saw some members from the hospital. There were patients as well ...

INTRODUCTION

My name is John, and I am an alcoholic. This is the declaration made by members of Alcoholics Anonymous. Alcoholics Anonymous also claims to be the only effective means of recovering from alcoholism. Declaring to be the only effective source for recovery from alcoholism is like claiming there is only one drug to treat an illness. Alcoholics Anonymous is not an effective form of treatment for all person’s dependent upon alcohol. Studies, statistics, modern science, and rational thought have proven that Alcoholics is not effective.

ABOUT ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

Alcoholics Anonymous was created Ohio in 1935 by two alcoholic men. Bill W. ...

Alcoholism is a problem that has been around for centuries, which is a strong indication that predicting and preventing this problem is not something that can be done easily. The reasons for alcohol abuse and addiction fall into a few different categories. These are reason for use, environment and attitudes toward use, biological reactions to use, genetics, and psychological factors. Alcohol abuse is defined as the use above certain thresholds. According to the Tip manual 24, healthy consumption of Alcohol is no more than 2 drinks per day and 1 drink per day for women and all adults over ...

(Student’s Full Name)

INTRODUCTION “Alcohol is cited as being responsible each year for 1,400 student deaths; 500, 000 unintentional injuries; 600,000 student assaults; 112,000 arrests; and 2.1 million cases of driving under the influence of alcohol” –Rob Turrisi et al 402 The above statistics acknowledge the dangers of binge drinking at colleges. However, binge drinking at colleges and universities in the United States is still a growing problem. Some experts argue that binge drinking is a problem amongst college-age students because they were, frighteningly, already exposed to excessive drinking at earlier stage in their development. ...

Introduction

Many people revere alcohol for the recreational value gained through its consumption. Nonetheless, the use of alcohol is often associated with many ill effects, leading to the questioning of the wisdom of the continued use of alcohol. Complete prohibition of alcohol has proven to be ineffectual in remedying alcohol-related challenges, where people resort to consumption of illicit, unregulated brews, exposing them to increased harm. It is critical, nonetheless, that the ill effects resulting from alcohol use are understood, in facilitating matters of policy, treatment, rehabilitation, and safe use of alcoholic beverages. While alcohol remains a favorite recreational product, the ...

Twelve Step Program

Twelve step programs refer to groups that function by a twelve step principle geared towards the accomplishment of a set goal in fighting drug addictions, alcoholism and compulsions. They are usually set up for recovery purposes. They are both voluntary and free and have been proven to be very effective over the years. The most popular twelve step program is the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) (12 step Groups, 2015).It is the base where all other recovery programs are set and it was the first to come up and draft out the twelve steps for programs. Alcoholic’s Anonymous program ...

Abstract

In this brief essay, I will examine the origin and philosophy of the most influential alcoholism sobriety group, Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA. I will attend a meeting, observe its practices, and listen to its speakers. I will participate in the meeting, tally the number of individuals in attendance, and accurately relate the stories of the meeting's speaker(s). I will also explain how this meeting affected my perceptions of those who suffer from alcoholism, and are trying to both achieve and maintain their sobriety. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international program that unites people who suffer from alcohol addiction ...

Drugs and substance abuse have been on the rise world over. In response to this social problem, there are numerous organizations that are dedicated towards alleviation of this problem. Among the many organizations, there is the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA). The organizations have varied methods of approach in the attempt to provide solutions to the problem of alcoholism and drug abuse.

Alcoholic Anonymous (AA)

This organization was founded in 1935 as an international fellowship for mutual aid by Dr. Bob Smith and Bill Wilson. The primary goal for the organization was “to stay sober and ...

Abstract

Alcoholics Anonymous provide the perfect model for people with alcohol addiction. Alcoholics Anonymous uses group therapy that has various dynamics such as the twelve steps that help the alcoholics gain discipline of their alcohol consumption. An alcoholic anonymous applies the dynamics of group therapy through meetings where members share their experiences and encourage each other. Critics, however, do not agree with the model that alcoholics’ anonymous use of group therapy and especially the twelve steps. Alcoholics anonymous has helped a majority of alcoholics to become sober and they continue to find better ways to improve their program.

Alcoholics Anonymous vs. the Doctors

Alcoholics Anonymous vs. ...

A summary of chapter eight

Chapter eight, authoring ourselves, presents ideas on Bakhtin’s concepts of self-fashioning. The concepts allow an individual to verbalize alternative visions within ourselves especially in the context of our inner dialogues where we are ever forming new identities. The central organizing principle called dialogism that expresses our inner dialogues in attempts to respond to the stimuli from our natural environments. The chapter puts it that language is not only an abstract semiotic system but also an ideology and a perspective that has been lived on the world. Of importance is the sentiment that in creating meaning out of what we ...

During one of my summer breaks in college, my high school friends and I decided to have a short reunion and gathered at a classmate’s house and have a good time. Their idea of a good time was getting drunk and getting crazy. At the age of 18, and despite being miles from home, I haven’t had, and would not subject myself to getting myself wasted. My father drank too much alcohol and I’ve promised myself that I would not give in to alcohol.

My classmates prodded me to drink a bottle of beer but I said I would pass. Still, ...

Abstract

Attending an Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) meeting for the first time was a somewhat nervous experience, not knowing what to expect. A little research before attending helped prepare for the meeting. The people and the conventions followed at the meeting led it to be a positive experience that can be recommended for anyone interested in dealing with alcoholisim.

Alcoholics Anonymous: Attending a Meeting

Before attending an Alcoholics Anonymous (A.A.) meeting, I wanted to know a little bit about what to expect. Would I feel pressured to speak about myself and would they question my reason for being there? What if there were people there who knew me? If ...

Abstract

The Alcoholic and Narcotics Anonymous are groups that were formed in the 1930’s and 1950’s respectively to address the issues of alcoholism and drug abuse in the society. The groups are based on the guidance of the Twelve Steps to assist the alcoholics and drug addicts recover and live a better life. Currently, the groups have many members all over the world showing the success of the group’s activities. It was founded by men who were willing to face opposition and challenges for what they believed would help people all over the world and create a better society ...