Hi RavenWings
The simple fact is many people here have gotten sober with AA.
As a site we wouldn't promote it if we thought it dangerous.
That being said, you're perfectly within your rights to get sober without using AA.
Many people - myself and Anna included - have gotten sober without it.
I think whatever way you research into getting sober, you're going to find for and against evidence on the web.
My only advice is don't put off stopping drinking until you find a way you like 100% cos that day may never come.
My addicted brain was great at throwing up obstacles to and arguments against getting sober for good.
D