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Great question! And yes, there are lots of great roads that don't involve any kind of belief in God or a higher power. For those looking to change their relationship with alcohol apps like Drinkers Helper use evidence based methods pulled from approaches like Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. And, there are also great approaches like SMART Recovery. AA is a great support for some people but isn't for everyone and it wasn't something that I engaged even though I am religious. And, pushing people who aren't religious or spiritual towards an environment or worldview they are uncomfortable with can be actively harmful.

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Timothy McMahan King
Timothy McMahan King

Written by Timothy McMahan King

Author of Addiction Nation: What the Opioid Crisis Reveals About Us and Senior Fellow at Clergy for a New Drug Policy.

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