THE CODE OF GRACE: A CULTURAL APPROACH TO 12-STEP FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMS IN HUNGARY

GABOR KELEMEN
MARTA B. ERDOS


DOI: 10.2190/UQWD-57EU-48RK-6AE5

Abstract

This article proposes a cultural approach to Hungarian self-help and self-care groups for drug and alcohol addicts. Authors rely on previous results of a qualitative data analysis in outlining a new code of communication, representing differing values, norms, and attitudes of the speech community of sober addicts. Functionally, the code of grace facilitates integration of human experiences that would count as taboos in the dominant culture. Major constituents and interrelations of the code are described.


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