Therapeutic factors in Alcoholics anonymous.

The concepts, philosophy and techniques used by Alcoholics Anonymous have been described and discussed. Many of the techniques of individual and group psychotherapy are employed. In addition there is emphasis on the ready availability of emergency attention and the development of permissive, warm and emotionally rewarding relationships with others who have a similar problem.

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