Nov. 20 (UPI) --With millions of people working to overcome addiction, the Secular Coalition for America has begun lobbying Congress to shift some federal funding for recovery help to nonreligious ...

There isn't a 12-step program in SMART Recovery. Nor are there sponsors to help maintain sobriety. The use of such labels as "alcoholic" and "addict" is discouraged. And while the program encourages ...

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Recovery isn’t just about quitting substances — it’s about finding connection, emotional balance, and spaces where you feel understood. From 12-step traditions to secular alternatives, support ...