Twelve-step program use among Oxford house residents: Spirituality or social support in sobriety?☆
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Portions of this study were presented at the annual meeting of the Eastern Psychological Association (1995, April), Boston, MA.
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Gratitude is expressed to the men residing in Oxford House across Illinois who volunteered to participate in this study, and to J. Paul Malloy of Oxford House, Inc., who provided insight and guidance during the study. We also thank the many research associates who interviewed residents, particularly Paula Dvorchak, Erik Groessl, Barbara Smith, and Patricia Marsh.