Welcome to Dutchess County Al-Anon Family Groups
If you've been affected by someone else's drinking, you've come to the right place.
What is Alcoholism?
A Disease of Compulsive and Uncontrolled Drinking
A Disease of Compulsive and Uncontrolled Drinking
Alcoholism is widely recognized as a disease of compulsive drinking, which can be arrested, but not cured. It is a progressive illness, which will only get worse as long as the person continues to drink. Total abstinence from drinking is the only way to arrest this disease.
Alcoholism affects the entire family; everyone who has contact with the alcoholic is affected. The only person who can stop the alcoholic from drinking is the alcoholic himself or herself.
How Can I Help My....
Alcoholic Friend
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Alcoholic Spouse/Partner
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Alcoholic Child
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Alcoholic Parent
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Alcoholic Sibling
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Grandchild in an Alcoholic Home
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Reprinted with permission of Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc., Virginia Beach, VA.”
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