Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Support for Lasting Recovery
Narcotics Anonymous (NA): Support for Lasting Recovery
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a global, community-based support fellowship that helps people stop using drugs and build a new life in recovery. Modeled after Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), NA offers free, peer-led meetings where anyone with a desire to stop using substances is welcome—regardless of the type of drug, background, or how long they have been struggling.(Source) At Cardinal Recovery, we often encourage clients to explore NA as part of a comprehensive, long-term recovery plan.
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What Is Narcotics Anonymous?
Narcotics Anonymous (NA) is a nonprofit, 12-step fellowship for people who want to stop using drugs and live a drug-free life.(Source) NA focuses on addiction as a whole rather than on any single substance. Whether someone misuses prescription medications, opioids, stimulants, sedatives, or multiple substances, they are welcome in NA if they have a desire to stop using.
NA is:
- Peer-led – Meetings are run by members, not professionals.
- Free to attend – There are no dues or fees; meetings are self-supporting through voluntary contributions.(Source)
- Anonymous and confidential – Members typically use first names only and agree to protect each other’s privacy.
- Widely available – NA meetings are held in person, online, and by phone in many languages around the world.(Source)
The primary purpose of NA is to help addicts stop using drugs and find a new way to live, using the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions as a spiritual and practical framework for recovery.(Source)
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Narcotics Anonymous free?
Yes. Narcotics Anonymous does not charge any fees or dues to attend meetings.(Source) NA groups are self-supporting through voluntary contributions from members, typically collected in a basket or digital donation during or after meetings. Newcomers are not expected to contribute.
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