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LDS Addiction Recovery Programs

The LDS Addiction Recovery Program is a faith-based program sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints; however, anyone struggling with addiction is welcome to join a group.

  1. 12-step Program

    • The LDS program is based on the 12-step model. The LDS approach is slightly different. Much like Alcoholics Anonymous, it requires the participant to admit to the problem, make an inventory of wrongs, address them and make restitution with those you've wronged as much as possible. But it includes spiritual elements such as confessing your wrongs to God and priesthood leaders, putting your life in the hands of the Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and relying on the power of the atonement of Jesus Christ to heal you.

    Focus on Solutions, Not Problems

    • A typical LDS Addiction Recovery class discussion will focus on finding solutions to the problem of addiction, not recounting or reliving past experiences. By constantly revisiting moments of addiction, it keeps the problem fresh in the mind of the addict, rather than helping them get past the problem.

    Faith in Jesus Christ

    • Other 12-step programs also include calling on a higher power for help with the recovery process. The LDS addiction-recovery program focuses specifically on drawing upon the healing power of the sacrifice and atonement of Jesus Christ. To be successful in this program, you need to be willing to put your faith in Jesus Christ and recognize him as the Son of God.

    Class Support

    • Although the Addiction Recovery Manual is available online through ProvidentLiving.org, class participation is highly recommended. The group leader and other class members offer support, and assignments are giving to keep each member active in the group.

    Family Support

    • In addition to this program for recovering addicts, LDS Social Services also offers support for the family through local agencies. ProvidentLiving.org has a list of the different agencies by state.

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