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Should i be embarrassed to be in a 12 step program?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Never: The benefits are too great to you and the people you help after you gain control. Any feeling of embarrassment could be part of your problem. You weren't the first person in their and you should be proud that you are now able to face the problem.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/28/2015

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: It shows courage to face your problems head on.

Dr Machanic and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/28/2015

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