Question by Russ: Why do most psychiatrists and therapists recommend AA?

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Answer by bob v
because they want you to be messed up some more. just regroup yourself and becareful.
if you are doing drugs and drink’n alot stop.

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Peer specialists share their stories to assist clients in recovery

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"High-functioning addicts": intervening before the facade crumbles

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