why is it called alcoholics anonymous, addicts anonymous etc. when you say your name when you introduce yourself?
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What happens in meetings, stays in meetings.
Or at least its supposed to. When people attend what’s said in that room is supposed to be confidential, just like in traditional talk therapy.
For many it’s hard enough to admit you have an issue, let alone seek help for it, and it gives them a space to talk with peers struggling with similar demons to speak freely without fear of someone finding out, especially someone you wouldn’t want to find out. Some meetings encourage you to bring people you trust as a support network, others don’t for anonymity reasons. Plus they tend to go on a first name basis, and even so it is a bit of a cliche. I’ve heard of meetings you can attend and just listen and take it in. Not all group therapies do the introduction thing, and not all group therapies are the same, even if they are all are branches of the same type (like in this case NA and AA)
If you’re seeking help, don’t be afraid to try different meetings to find one that works well for you. And ask others in the group for other resources. Not all meetings are the same or on the same day. Plus coffee and snacks.
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