Many different support groups can be found throughout the country to assist those who suffer from substance abuse. From alcoholism to addiction to heroin, substance abuse plagues the lives of millions of individuals and their families as well as friends, loved ones and even co-workers. The support groups that have been developed to assist people in their recovery from substance abuse include mentoring, peer support, provisions to assist with various aspects recovery and day to day life as well as a wealth of other opportunistic events and actions.
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Most people try one of the following substance abuse support groups as their first choice in getting peer support outside of treatment:
- AA
- NA
- Narconon
- Al-Anon
Each of these groups focuses on either the support of an individual who is addicted to drugs or alcohol and needs help or on the support of a friend, family member or loved one of an addict. These programs have mostly derived from the twelve step group method which was first outlined by Alcoholics Anonymous many years ago but each have their own benefits and methods of providing help for those who need it.
Finding Substance Abuse Support Groups Near You
If you’re in need of support, there are ways that you can find help close to home. Many support groups are offered at church or local community centers and post their meeting schedules on memo boards or in easily recognizable areas. Other groups may post their program or their schedule online. Rehab Support also offers a helpline that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to provide support for those who are in search of local substance abuse help.
Finding a support group that works for you may take time. Most groups are open to anyone who wishes to join but you may find that it takes trying a few different groups out before you find one that’s a good fit. Just like finding new groups of friends, you may go through a few before you find one in which you feel comfortable and for which you are a good fit. Most importantly, don’t give up on the help that is being offered to you and if you don’t find a group that seems like a good fit right away, keep on trying. You’ll surely find a group that’s not only a good fit but also a good comfort in your life for your recovery.