Emily and Juanita both grew up with an alcoholic parent and it shaped their lives. “No one escapes without scars” sums up the psychological effect alcoholism can have on each family. Until you understand how alcoholism the family disease works you think that you can beat it, effectively wasting your life.

Finding Al-Anon Family Groups allowed Emily and Juanita to learn how to get honest with themselves, to exercise their freedom of choice and to enjoy their lives.

If someone else's drinking is causing you a problem then you can phone the Al-Anon Family Groups helpline on 1300 252 666 or go online at www.al-anon.org.au.