Did You Grow Up Living With an Alcoholic?
Are You a Teenager Living With an Alcoholic?
One in four children under age 18 in the United States is affected by a parent’s abuse of alcohol. Growing up in a home where one or both parents are alcoholics can have life-altering effects on children, with long-lasting emotional and psychological scars.
Al-Anon Family Groups’ latest Membership Survey reveals that more than half of members’ lives have been affected by a parent’s drinking. Listen to the podcasts and read members’ stories to get insight into the help and hope they found in Al-Anon.
From One Generation to the Next
Before going to Alateen, I often felt alone and lonely. I did not want anyone outside of my
The Last Alcoholic
When my mother, whom I called “the last alcoholic” in my life, died at 90, I felt surprisingly
When I decided life wasn’t worth living
When I decided life wasn't worth living... I remembered my therapist & her Al‑Anon recommendation During September,
A Professional Feels Challenged
Tradition Eight: Al‑Anon Twelfth Step work should remain forever non-professional, but our service centers may employ special workers.
Getting Off the Rollercoaster
The last six years of my life have been a rollercoaster, both physically and emotionally. At times, I
I took his drinking personally
His drinking ruined my plans... And I took it personally Many people question why the family members
Weakening the Impact of Alcoholism
Growing up in a home with active alcoholism permanently stained my soul. But in Al‑Anon, I’ve learned that
The biggest change since coming to Al-Anon: I don’t always have to be in charge…
The biggest change since coming to Al‑Anon: I don’t always have to be in charge… A common misconception
Al-Anon member shares about: First time feelings…
Al-Anon member shares about: First time feelings... In the latest Al‑Anon member interview, Tricia, an anonymous Al‑Anon
An Enjoyable Life of My Own
The concept of detachment was baffling to me when I first stepped through the doors of Al‑Anon. Were
Al-Anon Family Groups: Complement professional counseling services
Al‑Anon Family Groups provide support for people affected by or concerned about someone else’s alcohol misuse or
Why you’re never alone in Al-Anon
Why you’re never alone in Al‑Anon When you’re in the midst of dealing with someone who abuses