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Did You Grow Up with a Problem Drinker?
Can Al-Anon Help You?

By , About.com Guide

Updated January 22, 2008

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Al-Anon is for families, relatives, and friends whose lives have been affected by someone else's drinking. If you grew up with someone with a drinking problem, you may have been affected in ways that you do not even realize.

If someone close to you, such as a family member, friend, coworker, or neighbor, has or has had a drinking problem, the following questions, developed by Al-Anon Family Groups, may help you determine if Al-Anon is for you.

Begin the Quiz

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