The Effects of the Family Disease of Alcoholism on Children
Sis Wenger, President/CEO of the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA), took time to share with the Al-Anon WSO
Al-Anon Provides a New Freedom
Not only does the alcoholic need help in addressing their challenges, struggles and illness, but the family also deserves the
Al-Anon Is All About Change
I can tell right away when I am in the presence of a family dealing with alcoholism, because of the
A Wave of Relief
During my 32 years in practice, I have counseled many individuals and families who struggle with a loved one’s alcoholism
Why refer clients, consumers and patients to Al-Anon
Anyone questioning or concerned about someone’s drinking is welcome to attend Al‑Anon meetings. Many individuals may not realize that their
Recovery helps parents detach lovingly from their children
As a psychologist, I use the “Family CAGE test”1 when screening families who come in with adolescents. These four simple
CAGE test helps professionals identify need for Al‑Anon
When I am working with people affected by someone’s use of alcohol, I make a variety of suggestions, but almost always recommend
Why I Refer Clients to Al-Anon
“Al-Anon offers one enormously effective skill set that I have yet to find as well taught anywhere else.” I last
Al-Anon is Gentle
It is a typical day at the practice. I prepare the materials for the substance abuse support group and open the
National Director talks about the effects parent’s drinking has on children
An interview with Jerry Moe, National Director of Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation. Jerry speaks about the effects of a parent’s, or
