Who are Al-Anon members?
Al-Anon members are people, just like you, who are worried about someone with a drinking problem. Family members have the opportunity to learn from the experiences of others who have faced similar problems.
When was the open Al-Anon meeting on BBC Radio 4?
Listen to an extract from an Open Al-Anon meeting broadcast on BBC Radio 4's Broadcasting House on January 29, 2017. If playback doesn't begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV's watch history and influence TV recommendations.
What does Al-anon have to do with recovery?
Al-Anon has been a foundation in my recovery process, reminding me to keep my focus on my own change and spiritual growth and let go of my desire to change the world and people around me. In this episode, I talk Al-Anon's suggestions found in "Just for Tonight", an offering of 8 simple and yet incredibly wise instructions.
What is Al Anon courage to change?
Al Anon Courage to Change: “We all have dark times in our lives, but the journey to better times is often what makes us happier, stronger people. When we stop expecting instant relief, we may come to believe that where we are today is exactly where our higher power would have us be.”
Open Al-Anon meeting recorded by the BBC Radio 4
Listen to an extract from an Open Al-Anon meeting broadcast on BBC Radio 4's Broadcasting House on January 29, 2017.
Melissa - growing up with an alcoholic parent - a teenager's story
Melissa grew up with an alcohol father, but realised after meeting her friend's parents that her father's behaviour was not normal. She attended her first Al-Anon meeting with her mother where she felt she could relate to others.
Family members discuss their experience of living with alcoholism
A daughter, wife, husband and other family members talk about their experience of living with alcoholism, and then finding support in Al-Anon.
Angela- first impression of an Al-Anon meeting
Angela felt anxious and nervous before attending an Al-Anon meeting. After her husband started to get recovery Angela felt that she also needed understanding and support.
Don - the husband of a problem drinker
Don found that attending Al-Anon meetings changed his perspective on his wife's drinking dependency.
Liam Byrne MP
MP Liam Byrne talks about the work that Al-Anon Family Groups do to support those affected by another's drinking.
Emma - the daughter of alcoholic parents
Emma, who is in her mid twenties, talks about what it was like to grow up with two alcoholic parents.
