ABSTRACT
This chapter explores various self-help programs related to substance abuse, primarily 12-step programs. It also focuses on several prominent treatment programs for people in the abuser’s social network, which can be beneficial for them even if the addicted individual never enters treatment. While these programs may be geared specifically for the non-addicted family members, they have the added potential benefit of helping to get the addicted individual to engage in treatment, whether it be individual or family therapy or a self-help group. Specifically, the chapter presents information on Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, CRAFT, ARISE, Johnson Interventions, and Multisystemic therapy.
