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.
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
A Precious Gift
I recently received a letter from my oldest stepdaughter. I was very surprised by her heart-felt thoughts and
Removing My Rose-Tinted Glasses
When I broke up with my first boyfriend after five years together, my mother arrived to move me
This Must Be Serenity!
From as far back as I can remember, I lived with constant anxiety. As a person affected by
Overcoming My Fear of Sharing
When I first came to Al‑Anon, I had the same fears about sharing in meetings that I’ve since
If it was not for Al-Anon…
If it was not for Al‑Anon... Alcoholism is an equal opportunity disease. It doesn’t pick favorites. Race,
Relief Leads to Recovery
When I was new to Al‑Anon meetings, I heard members ask, “Do you want recovery, or just relief?”