Al-Anon

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Al-Anon is an organization that provides support for the families and friends of individuals struggling with alcoholism. It is an independent fellowship, similar to Alcoholics Anonymous, and is based on the same 12 Steps program. The primary goal of Al-Anon is to help members learn how to cope with the effects of a loved one's drinking, offering a supportive community where they can share experiences and find understanding. The organization emphasizes mutual support and forgiveness, aiming to help members lead healthier lives regardless of whether the alcoholic seeks recovery.

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…allied but independent organizations, including Al-Anon, for spouses and other close relatives and friends of alcoholics, and Alateen, for their adolescent children. The aim of such related groups is to help the members learn how to be helpful and to forgive alcoholic relatives.
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…allied but independent organizations, including Al-Anon, for spouses and other close relatives and friends of alcoholics, and Alateen, for their adolescent children. The aim of such related groups is to help the members learn how to be helpful and to forgive alcoholic relatives.
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