APGs are geared to support youth recovery. The model has evolved from a faith-based, 12- step program for youth, to the comprehensive program in effect today. Research that studied students enrolled in APGs in Houston who were also enrolled in the Archway Recovery High School showed an 85% sobriety rate compared to a 30 % rate for students who did not attend the APG. (Basinger & Edens; Morrison & Bailey, 2011).
Here are real stories from teens and young adults in recovery.