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Conflicting Experiences in 12-Step Programs
- A caller found 12-step programs in New York helpful for sex and love addiction.
- However, in Europe, her sponsor told her to stop taking antidepressants, contradicting her understanding of the program.
Unhealthy Treatment Program Environment
- A clinical social worker recounts their experience in a 12-step-based substance use treatment program.
- They describe the environment as unhealthy due to a lack of oversight and the leader's personality disorder and substance use history.
12-Step Programs: A Balanced Perspective
- Amanda Montell and Isa Medina discuss the complexities of 12-step programs.
- They acknowledge the programs' benefits for some while recognizing potential harm for others.