Cat Munroe, Meenakshi Subbaraman, Elizabeth Mahoney, Amy A Mericle, Sarah E Zemore, Douglas Polcin
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Abstract
Studies of mutual-help groups and treatment programs show helping is beneficial to recovery. We completed qualitative analysis of 14 semi-structured interviews with sober living house residents to better understand the role of helping in recovery. Questions addressed residents' experiences of giving and receiving help, including ways helping affected recovery. Results suggested helping was central to recovery. Types of help included emotional, instrumental, and recovery-specific help. Residents identified ways the structure and operations of the houses facilitated recovery, including accountability and improved interpersonal functioning, where residents worked together as a team. Residents felt a balance was needed between self-care and helping.
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Alcoholism Treatment Quarterly is an exciting professional journal for clinicians working with persons who are alcoholic and their families. Designed to bridge the gap between research journals and information for the general public, it addresses the specific concerns of professional alcoholism counselors, social workers, psychologists, physicians, clergy, nurses, employee assistance professionals, and others who provide direct services to persons who are alcoholic. The journal features articles specifically related to the treatment of alcoholism, highlighting new and innovative approaches to care, describing clinical problems and solutions, and detailing practical, unique approaches to intervention and therapy.
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