The Value of Support Groups.
- ANAD Support Groups serve as a useful adjunct to treatment.
- Recent research has shown that according to patients, self-help support groups are one of the most valuable experiences in the recovery process.
How to form a support group. Support Group Leader form.
- If you believe there is a need for a support group in your area, and if you are a lay person, we encourage you to find a proessional advisor. This can be an M.D., a Ph.D., a psychologist, or a social worker who will be available to offer advice on problems and to answer questions.
- You will need to establish a time and place for your meeting(s).
- Review the Support Group packet that features the ANAD Booklet: Applying New Attitudes and Directions. The contents include:
- 8-Step self-help program
- Principles toward recovery
- Goal-setting
- Group Guidelines
- Recovery success stories
- Suggestions for healthy group interaction
- The Support Group Packet also includes educational materials and other detailed support group information.
- As an ANAD Support Group leader you will receive quarterly newsletters, Working Together.
- Your support group will be listed on ANAD’s data base for referrals, and if you wish it will be listed in the Support Group section of this web site.
Please call 630-577-1333 if you have any questions, or email us at anadgroup@anad.org