Extract:
(our observations in red print)
“Note
to medical professionals
Cooperation
with the professional community has been an objective of Alcoholics
Anonymous since its beginnings. Professionals who work with
alcoholics share a common purpose with Alcoholics Anonymous: to help
the alcoholic stop drinking and lead a healthy, productive life.
[Note: not strictly accurate. Some medical experts advocate a 'harm
minimisation' approach and do not regard complete abstinence as
necessary. Therefore their objectives differ completely from that of
AA]
As
noted in the introduction, some A.A. members must take prescribed
medications. However, our experience indicates that the misuse
[Note the
use of the word 'misuse' – not 'use'] of
prescription medication can threaten the achievement and maintenance
of sobriety. [Again AA 'experience' is no
substitute for a proper medical diagnosis; the latter should ALWAYS
take precedence]. The suggestions provided in our introduction
are offered to help A.A. members find the right balance and minimize
the risk of relapse.”
(our
emphases)
Cheers
The
Fellas (Friends of Alcoholics Anonymous)
To
be continued
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