Types of SAA Meetings

There are many types of SAA meetings. Here is a brief explanation of the terms used to describe them:

Who can attend the meeting:

• Men - This meeting is for men only.
• Women - This meeting is for women only.
• Mixed - Both men and women are welcome at this meeting.
• Couples - This meeting is for people who bring their partner.
• Open - Anyone may attend a meeting specifically designated as open.
• Closed - Only sex addicts, or those who think they may be sex addicts, can attend these meetings.

If not specified, a meeting is usually mixed and closed. Most meetings are for people of any sexual preference; however, some meetings are indicated as "Gay" and these tend to be for homosexuals only.

Different meetings have different activities, such as:

• Check-In - Participants talk about recent activities that affect their lives. Here is an opportunity to disclose one's secrets with fellow addicts who relate to our problems.
• Book Study - Topics from a book, typically Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA basic text) or the AA Big Book are discussed. (See the SAA Store to purchase.)
• Level 2 & Level 3 - Such meetings are for people who have committed serious sexual offenses, often having been imprisoned for their behavior.
• Boundary Groups: A meeting that requires special closure for confidentiality and safety needs within the group. Usually requires special permission to attend.

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