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Nearly 141,000 people in the U.S. die yearly from alcohol consumption. Alcoholism leads to cancer, liver problems, and many other health issues. 

More than 21 million Americans struggle with addiction, although only about 11% of those individuals receive the care they need. One reason why that percentage is so low is that many don't know where to turn for help.

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the best-known groups for former addicts to come together and stay sober. Today, there are over 2 million AA members. Recovering addicts love this group. It's free and open to the public, and the supportive members help others stay sober.

Despite rumors to the contrary, a 2020 clinical review shows that AA and other 12-step programs significantly assist in recovery, and reduce healthcare costs associated with AUD.

Around one-third of alcoholics recover and stay sober. But a person's chances of recovering significantly increase when they seek help for their addiction.

Going through the AA process will be the most worthwhile thing a person with alcohol addiction can do, but it's also very likely to be the single hardest thing you have ever done. Relapses are common, in fact, they're expected, over 85% of people getting addiction treatment will relapse within their first year of treatment. 

Most people who have never suffered from addiction problems seem to think that the process of overcoming addiction is just a matter of quitting and moving on. This couldn't be further from the truth; in fact, nearly 85% of all addicts will relapse within their first year of treatment. 

Did you know that there are over 1.3 million people in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) in the United States as of 2021? Being in AA is a step towards recovery, and people in it will need support.