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Al Anon is a non profit organization for those affected by other peoples drinking habits. This organization is not for those struggling with the addiction, but for friends and family members of that person. Al Anon is also available for teenagers ages 13-18 called Al Ateen.

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Al Anon was founded in 1951 by Anne B. and Lois W. Al Ateen was founded in 1957. The first meeting was held in Pasadena California. Now they have over 24,000 Al Anon/Al Ateen groups across the globe.

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Al Anon meetings can make a huge impact on someones life. Having a safe space to go and talk to others going through the same experiences can be really helpful for people. It is really important to have organizations like this that can help people power through these issues and not struggle alone.

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There is a sign next to the door in this classroom for the location of these meetings and resources to get in contact with workers from this organization

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1. No appointment or referral necessary

2. No fees/doesn't cost anything (there is a collection basket for those who want to donate)

3. Group therapy with those going through the same experiences

4. Does not allow in people with the drinking addiction, only those exposed to it

5. Non-religious group (do occasionally read passages that include a small amount of God talk)

6. About 24,000 meeting groups across the globe so it's easy to find a group

7. Not required to do anything in the meeting you're not comfortable doing and that includes talking

8. Do not have to attend a certain amount of meetings

9. Everything is fully confidential to the group meaning nobody will know what you said

10. Typically meetings are once a week

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https://al-anon.org/

Al-Anon Family Groups: Newcomers and Members - PMC

National Institutes of Health (.gov)

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › articles › PMC3817053

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

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Frequently Asked Questions - What is SAMHSA’s National Helpline?