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Who comes to Recovery meetings? What happens at a meeting? People from all walks of life come to Recovery Weekly meetings last about two hours and are meetings because they share a common held in a community building. Each meeting problem—nervous symptoms and fears. has a similar structure: Members read a portion of one of the books written by Some of the people at our meetings are under Abraham A. Low, M.D., Recovery’s founder, the care of doctors or other health care or they listen to one of the audio lectures. providers. Others imply have read or heard Members than volunteer examples that about us from a friend or relative. describe how they are using the self-help method to cope better. What are some common problems If you or someone you Recovery helps manage? After a brief question period, the meeting becomes more informal and members may know is struggling with: Recovery’s practical coping techniques can talk in small groups. This is an opportunity to help people struggling with depression, see how the members encourage and support each other. If you choose, you may talk about >> STRESS anxiety, anger or stress. Many people also get help for nervous symptoms such as heart your problems and/or Recovery with the group >> TENSION palpitations, dizziness, shortness o breath, leader and other members. You will hear how they use the Method to help themselves. >> ANXIETY sweats, fatigue, headaches, numbness, chest pressure and sleep problems. Some people >> PANIC have fears of being alone or of crowds of How much will it cost me? >> MOOD DISORDERS people, traveling, closed or open spaces, There is no required fee to attend meetings. >> FATIGUE eating, choking and especially fear of making mistakes. Others have obsessions, A voluntary collection is taken at teach >> SLEEPLESSNESS compulsions, phobias or unsettling thoughts meeting and annual memberships are >> WORRY or sensations. available. >> ANGER What is the Recovery Method? Who leads the weekly meetings? >> FEARS >> HELPLESSNESS Members learn how to identify and manage Volunteer leaders, who are experienced the negative thoughts, reactions, beliefs and members of the group and have received >> HOPELESSNESS behaviors that lead to emotional pain and leadership training, are our group leaders. disturbing physical complains which have no The role of the group leader is to demonstrate You Are Not Alone! physical cause. You can learn the Method by: the Method at meetings by following clearly established guidelines. Attending group meetings regularly Recovery Studying Dr. Low’s authoritative works, and The Method can be used on its own, or in International Practicing the Recovery principles in your conjunction with professional help or daily life medication. Can Help! Join Us on YouTube and Facebook. Go to: www.lowselfhelpsystems.org To link directly to the communities. Recovery International Meeting Going to your First Meeting Offer You Are Not Alone! Although all meetings are confidential and you don’t have to give your name, many Reassurance and fellowship through meeting friendly people with similar friendships have developed through Recovery One in every five persons faces some International. form of nervous or emotional problem. problems who have found a way to live happier lives. There is no required fee to attend meetings, but there is a voluntary collection at each one. What is Recovery International? Understanding of your situation. Proceeds support the meeting and our international organization. Recovery is a system of cognitive A safe place to express your feelings To find a meeting near you, go to behavioral techniques for controlling without being judged. www.lowselfhelpsystems.org behavior and changing attitudes. People If there isn’t a meeting near you we will help who practice the living skills detailed in Hope from others who have bettered their lives. you start one or you can join a phone meeting. the Recovery Method learn to change their thoughts and behaviors; changes in If you know someone who can benefit from attitudes and beliefs follow. Support and acceptance that may be Recovery International, lead by example. lacking at home, school or work. Bring them to a meeting or listen in on a Neuropsychiatrist and University of Illinois phone meeting. Professor of Psychiatry Abraham Low, Help through learning and practicing a MD, developed these self-help simple set of living skills which encourage techniques. Although many people solely and improve personal growth. use the Recovery Method for their needs, it is not intended as a substitute for Encouragement to keep trying. professional care, but rather as an adjunct to it. The system and meetings offer the training and advice necessary for applying the Recovery Method to everyday life. 105 W. Adams St., Ste. 2940 Chicago, IL 60603 How do I get started? Phone #: 312-337-5661 Toll Free: 866-221-0302 All you need to do is come to a meeting. There is no registration, appointment or waiting necessary. If you wish, you may bring a supportive friend or relative with info@lowselfhelpsystems.org you to the meeting. www.lowselfhelpsystems.org Recovery International is a program of Abraham Low Self-Help systems, a non-profit, non-sectarian, member-managed organization. .