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Maria E Pagano1, Stephen G Post, Shannon M Johnson.
Abstract
The helper therapy principle (HTP) observes the helper's health benefits derived from helping another with a shared malady. The HTP is embodied by the program of Alcoholics Anonymous as a method to diminish egocentrism as a root cause of addiction. This article reviews recent evidence of the HTP in alcohol populations, extends to populations with chronic conditions beyond addiction, and concludes with new directions of empirical inquiry.Entities:
Keywords: 12-Step programs; AA-related helping; Service; substance use disorders
Year: 2011 PMID: 23525280 PMCID: PMC3603139 DOI: 10.1080/07347324.2011.538320
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Alcohol Treat Q ISSN: 0734-7324