In twelve-step groups, this is known as a spiritual awakening or religious experience.

In accordance with the First Step, twelve-step groups emphasize self-admission by members of the problem they are recovering from.

The criticisms of twelve-step groups are as varied as the pathologies they address.

Although the term codependency originated outside of twelve-step groups, it is now a common concept in many of them.

This is a common conundrum not only for twelve-step groups but for mental health practice generally.

Further, Hayes found that labeling is a pervasive practice in twelve-step groups.

Reported examples include their twelve-step group, Nature, consciousness, existential freedom, God, science, Buddha.

The First Step in each twelve-step group states what members have been unable to control with their willpower.

Today, Twenty-Four Hours a Day has sold over eight million copies in 30 countries and is a staple of many twelve-step groups.