Overeaters Anonymous (OA)
Recovery from compulsive eating through the Twelve Steps
OA supports people affected by compulsive eating behaviors and eating-related obsessions.
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Original-language and international sources
These links are kept separate from local channels so the fellowship’s primary website, literature, or international meeting directories are easy to identify.
Could compulsive eating or food-related behavior be affecting your life?
A short private self-check for awareness and exploring an appropriate peer-support path. It is not a diagnosis.
About OA
OA began in 1960. Members may struggle with overeating, undereating, purging, or other compulsive eating patterns. The fellowship uses a physical, emotional, and spiritual approach. Membership is free.
Contact and local channels
Public information
OA public information contact
Contact the fellowship for meeting information.
Local channels and social networks
Member comments and experiences
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Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about membership, meetings, and source verification
What is Overeaters Anonymous (OA)?
OA supports people affected by compulsive eating behaviors and eating-related obsessions.
Who can join OA?
A desire to stop eating compulsively. Meetings are peer-support spaces; check the fellowship's official information for current participation details.
How can I find OA meetings?
Use the meeting finder linked on this page and confirm the current time, format, and access details with the fellowship before attending.
Is 12Gam an official website of OA?
No. 12Gam is an independent directory and self-awareness resource. Official fellowship websites and meeting directories are listed separately so you can verify current information at the source.
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