Recovery History
Recovery History
Recovery Advocacy Movement
Two of the most significant milestones in the history of recovery are the increased self-recognition of individuals in recovery as a distinct people And the tandem emergence of an ecumenical (beyond identification with a particular mutual aid group or treatment institution) culture of recovery.
The affluent alcoholic has always had institutions that catered to his or her needs for periodic detoxification and physical and emotional renewal.
Efforts by professionals to treat Alcoholism and other addictions have a long and colorful history.
History of Addiction in America