You may be curious about Narcotics Anonymous (NA) because you have been in treatment for addiction, also called substance use disorder, and want ongoing support in your recovery. Or you may have realized your substance use is harming your life, and you want help. NA is a mutual support program for people who want to stop using drugs. NA doesn’t distinguish between mood-altering substances—it’s intended to help people who are addicted to all types of substances, including marijuana, opioids, and stimulants like cocaine or Adderall.

Going to your first NA meeting is easier when you know something about the organization before you go. This pamphlet explains how NA helps people in recovery, what happens at a meeting, how the organization functions, some concerns about NA, and how NA welcomes people.