AA meetings don’t have a prescribed schedule or curriculum. Rather, they usually begin with a member telling his or her story, after which other people can chime in.
If you have never been to an AA meeting, I highly recommend it - even if you don’t have a drinking problem. (It is not unusual for people without drinking issues to attend AA meetings. As long as it is an open meeting, all are welcome, even if you are attending simply because you are curious about how it works.) There are few gatherings more inspiring, powerful and surprising than an AA meeting. It’s well worth your time.
And, it goes without saying, if you are struggling with a behavior that you feel you can’t control - like consuming alcohol, or overeating, or porn - groups like AA, or Overeaters Anonymous, or Sex Addicts Anonymous can help a lot. (It’s also worth noting, however, that if those programs don’t work for you, don’t despair. This kind of treatment is right for some people, but not for everyone. For others, counseling with a professional, or a religious figure, or even just a close friend can help a lot. If you’re not sure where to start in finding help, try the Internet, and then experiment with a couple of different kinds of treatments. Just because one thing doesn’t make the difference doesn’t mean you’ll never change - it just means you need another approach.)
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