You need not be alone.

One out of every ten children lives in a home affected by alcoholism, likely many more.

It may not seem that way. Nobody posts or boasts about the shameful situations in their homes. And few have any idea that perfectionism, anger, and isolation are common effects of living with this family disease.

Alateen provides a positive space for people ages nine to nineteen to share what they are doing to make their own lives better — regardless of what anyone else does. It draws on the wisdom of millions of Al-Anon members, who understand the challenges as perhaps few others can.

These questions may help you decide whether Alateen is right for you:

1. Do you believe no one could possibly understand how you feel?

2. Do you cover up your real feelings by pretending you don’t care?

3. Do you feel neglected, uncared for, or unloved?

4. Do you tell lies to cover up for someone else’s drinking or what’s happening in your home?

5. Do you stay out of the house as much as possible because you hate it there?

If you have answered “Yes” to any of these questions, please consider visiting an Alateen meeting in Maryland! Or perhaps Zoom up to a meeting in New York City? At this time, Alateens may also attend an Al-Anon meeting – see the local listings here.

Check back soon…we have some Alateen books to give away, both on paper and ebooks…still getting the form together for you to fill out.

Connect with Alateen

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Teens talk about how Alateen helps:

For more information, visit the Maryland Alateen website or contact the area Alateen Area Coordinator     
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