what type of group is AA?

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hi quick question, what type of group is AA? like in the lines of mental health class, I really don't know what type of group it is, I googled it, and looked up AA websites, they don't say what type of group it is, thank you very much!

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hi thanks for the reply, I saw that but it doesn't say what type of group it is, like a certain type of group

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I'm not quite sure of what you are asking. Did you read the article? What more information do you need? You'll have to be more specific.

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Chemical dependancy?

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I believe technically it is referred to as a Self-Help group.

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Yes, according to my Communications material from speech, AA is considered a Self-Management group type.

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It is a self-help group for alcoholics.

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It's a self help group.

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Self help group and if they want more specifics it is a 12 step program.

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thanks everyone!

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I would call it a support group. People meet at a location like a church or community hall. They award people who have reached a milestone in their sobriety. They have a speaker who talks about his/her personal story of addiction and sobriety. Beginners can hook up with experienced for one on one support and accountability.

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