Al-Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. By sharing common experiences and applying Al-Anon principles, families and friends of alcoholics can bring positive changes to their situations, whether or not the alcoholic admits a drinking problem or seeks help. Alateen, part of the Al-Anon Family Groups, is a fellowship of young people whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. Teenagers meet others with similar situations. Alateen is not a religious program and has no fees or dues.

Al-Anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Members do not direct or advise one another; they share their experiences and stories. If someone else's drinking troubles you, Al-Anon and Alateen Family Group meetings can help. Teens share their experiences and find effective ways to cope with problems. Self-assessment quizzes can help you decide whether Al-Anon or Alateen might help.

Are you involved with someone whose drinking bothers you? Living with a spouse, partner, or significant other who has a drinking problem can affect emotional well-being, personal relationships, professional life, and physical health. Al-Anon Family Group meetings can provide support and tools for dealing with the effects of alcoholism on important relationships.