All recovery meetings refers to various types of mutual support group meetings available for people seeking recovery from addiction, mental health challenges, and other issues, with different philosophies and formats. Major recovery meetings include Alcoholics Anonymous AA, which follows 12-step spiritual model for alcohol use, Narcotics Anonymous NA for drug use, Cocaine Anonymous, Marijuana Anonymous, and other substance specific 12-step groups, Al-Anon and Nar-Anon for family members, SMART Recovery which uses evidence-based cognitive behavioral tools and 4-point program, LifeRing Secular Recovery which is secular and self-directed, Women for Sobriety WFS for women, Secular Organizations for Sobriety SOS, Refuge Recovery and Recovery Dharma which use mindfulness and Buddhist principles, Celebrate Recovery faith-based Christian program, and Moderation Management for those seeking to moderate rather than abstain. For mental health, there are NAMI support groups, Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance meetings, and peer support groups. Meetings can be in person, online, open or closed, and vary in format including speaker, discussion, step study, or meditation. Choice depends on personal beliefs, needs, and comfort.
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