12-step program

A Twelve-step program is a set of guiding principles for recovery from addictive, compulsive, or other behavioral problems, originally developed by the fellowship of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) for recovery from alcoholism. The Twelve Steps were originally published in the first edition of Alcoholics Anonymous ("The Big Book") in 1939; more than 25 million copies have been printed in many languages. This method has been adapted as the foundation of other twelve-step programs such as Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Co-Dependents Anonymous and Emotions Anonymous. As summarized by the American Psychological Association, working the Twelve Steps involves the following. admitting that one cannot control one's addiction or compulsion;recognizing a greater power that can give strength;examining past errors with the help of a sponsor (experienced member);making amends for these errors;learning to live a new life with a new code of behavior;helping others that suffer from the same addictions or compulsions.
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Theistic system that purportedly advances recovery from various addictions and compulsive behaviors. It involves meditation and prayer. The 12-Step path of Alcoholics Anonymous emphasizes cultivating a relationship with one's conception of God, a "Higher Power," a "Creative Force," or a "Oneness in the Universe."