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Poughquag Group
View Details21 Church Street
Poughquag, NY
Poughquag is a hamlet in the Dutchess County, it is located east of Beekman village in New York City. This area like many others has its issue with individuals suffering from alcohol addiction. Alcohol Addiction affects people’s lives and livelihood, it also affects relationships, families, and the economy. People with the addiction, are not in control of their lives, therefore they need help and support to get back on track. AA meetings in Poughquag offers a via avenue to assist in overcoming the addiction. The AA meeting is a global network, sorted by cities, making it easy for people seeking help, to easily source a center nearest. NY AA meetings were created and are been operated by past alcoholics. They use their experience and journey, from addiction to sober, to assist others to achieve the same. Treatments at these centers are a mix of detoxing, a 12-step program, inpatient facility, and counseling therapies. These medications will gradually reduce the withdrawal symptoms and cravings, behavioral therapies are also a key treatment for alcohol use disorder. At the meetings, individuals are asked to speak openly about their addiction, whether in small or large groups, depending on the level of comfort. This will allow others to gain more understanding and provide support for each other.