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Does AA Work?

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Millions of people have credited Alcoholics Anonymous with helping them stay sober from alcohol, but is it the best path for everyone? Those who say “yes” argue it is easily accessible to all and that its structure through the 12-step program helps people succeed. Those who say “no” argue say the abstinence model doesn’t work for everyone and there may be better alternatives. Now we debate: Does AA Work?

Arguing Yes: Dan Griffin, Expert on Alcoholics Anonymous; Author of “A Man’s Way Through the Twelve Steps”

Arguing No: Adi Jaffe, Founder of IGNTD; Author of “The Abstinence Myth”

Nayeema Raza, Journalist and Host of "Smart Girl Dumb Questions", is the guest moderator.
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