SMART Recovery ® (Self-Management And Recovery Training) program helps individuals gain independence from addictive behaviors (substances or activities).

• Teaches self-empowerment and self-reliance.

• Works on addictions/compulsions as complex maladaptive behaviors with possible physiological factors.

• Teaches what tools and techniques are needed for self-directed change.

• Encourages individuals to recover and live satisfying lives.

• Meetings are educational and include open discussions.

• Advocates the appropriate use of prescribed medications and psychological treatments.

• Evolves as scientific knowledge evolves.

The program uses various tools and has homework assignments to help its members work through these 4 points of recovery. Meetings usually last about an hour and a half and are run by trained facilitators. Meetings typically follow the same format worldwide in order to maintain consistency throughout the world.