Narcotics Anonymous for Addicts
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Members of NA are encouraged to abstain from using all forms of drugs, including alcohol. The group has the opinion that complete abstinence makes it easier for its members to make the personal changes necessary to sustain their recovery. The exception to this policy is when psychiatric or other medications have been prescribed by a physician and used according to directions.
Effectiveness: Does Narcotics Anonymous Work?
According to the NA web site, a survey of its members indicated that they had a mean number of 9.1 years clean. The results of the 2007 survey also revealed that 90 percent of the organization’s members felt their lives were richer after seeking help from the group. In addition, 83 percent felt a stronger sense of social connections after joining.