Extract
from our forum: http://forums.delphiforums.com/aacultwatch
under “Plymouth
R2R infiltrating other 12-step”
"I think the evidence is there in the field of sociology that these cults are targeting 12 step fellowships in general. The religious orientation of the cults and the influence they have had in changing the nature of groups are now deterring social workers from referring clients to 12 step fellowships unless they explicitly identify themselves as Christian.
This is an extract from a paper titled “Addiction, spirituality and 12-step programmes” by Dr. W. Dosset, senior lecturer in religious studies at Chester University.
“Research has shown that there is a resistance to referring individuals to TSPs [Twelve Step Programmes] because of the apparent religious nature of the programmes (as well as for other reasons) and social workers may consider them inappropriate for clients other than those explicitly identifying as Christian and would not wish to risk imposing religious beliefs and practices upon them. (Caldwell, 1999, Kurtz and Chambon, 1987, Laudet,2003) ( Addiction, spirituality and 12-step programmes, Dossett W, International Social Work, 56(3) 369–383)
These are extracts from a book titled “Take Back Your Life, Recovering from Cults and Abusive Relationships” by Professor J. Lalich, Professor of Sociology at California State University; a textbook used by professionals working in cult rehabilitation.
“There are cults, for example, that focus their recruitment activities in drug-rehabilitation programs, Alcoholics Anonymous, and other twelve-step programs, as that milieu tends to be a ripe hunting ground for potential members.” ( Take Back Your Life: Recovering From Cults And Abusive Relationships" p 91)
“In cases where alcohol or substance abuse was or is a problem, attending meetings of Alcoholics Anonymous or Narcotics Anonymous may help. However, we caution you to proceed into the 12-step world with your eyes open and your antennae up. Despite its successes, this is an area rife with abuses and incompetencies. Hustlers use 12-step programs as a hunting ground for income and glory. Some counselors and group leaders are not credentialed. Some programs are fronts for cults. Even a well-meaning program may inadvertently promote long-term victimization. Although these groups are set up to reduce codependency, many participants become completely dependent on their 12-step meetings and friends.” ( Take Back Your Life: Recovering From Cults And Abusive Relationships" p194)
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I think the faith based neo Oxford Group cult phenomena is something all 12 step fellowships are going to have to adjust to and protect against if 12 step fellowships are to survive in the long term. If there’s no opposition to the cults then they’ll just take over as more and more people leave the fellowships and fewer people are referred to them by professionals."
Cheerio
The Fellas (Friends of Alcoholics Anonymous)
I think the faith based neo Oxford Group cult phenomena is something all 12 step fellowships are going to have to adjust to and protect against if 12 step fellowships are to survive in the long term. If there’s no opposition to the cults then they’ll just take over as more and more people leave the fellowships and fewer people are referred to them by professionals."
Cheerio
The Fellas (Friends of Alcoholics Anonymous)
