description A Newcomer Asks Overview
A Newcomer Asks is an Alcoholics Anonymous pamphlet written for people who are considering whether Alcoholics Anonymous may be appropriate for them. It addresses basic questions about membership, meetings, anonymity, and the Twelve-Step approach in an introductory format. The publication is intended for newcomers and for people helping them understand what participation involves, without presenting itself as a substitute for personal recovery support or professional medical care.
help A Newcomer Asks FAQ
How many questions does the A Newcomer Asks pamphlet answer?
The official Alcoholics Anonymous edition gives straightforward answers to 15 questions commonly asked by newcomers. It is General Service Conference-approved literature. [Alcoholics Anonymous](https://www.aa.org/newcomer-asks)
Does A Newcomer Asks tell someone whether they are an alcoholic?
No. The pamphlet says that only the individual can decide whether they are an alcoholic, rather than having an AA member make that judgment. [AA newcomer guidance](https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/get-help-now/starter-pack/a-newcomer-asks/)
Does the pamphlet explain what happens at an AA meeting?
Yes. It explains that meetings can take different forms and that members commonly talk about what drinking did to their lives, what actions they took, and how they live without alcohol. [AA newcomer guidance](https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/get-help-now/starter-pack/a-newcomer-asks/)
What does A Newcomer Asks say about anonymity?
It explains that AA members are anonymous and should respect one another's anonymity. The guidance also warns members to avoid exposing another person's AA membership on social media. [AA newcomer guidance](https://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk/get-help-now/starter-pack/a-newcomer-asks/)
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