Frequently asked questions:

• Will Al-Anon respect my confidentiality and anonymity?
  Yes.
• Can I belong to Al-Anon if the drinker does not admit to a drinking problem?
  Yes.
• Can I belong to Al-Anon if the problem drinker does not live with me?
  Yes.
• Will I gain knowledge of the illness of alcoholism?
  Yes.
• Will Al-Anon help me to realise that my problem is not unique?
  Yes.
• Can Al-Anon be contacted by telephone?
  Yes.

Because of someone else's drinking:

• Am I worried?
• Am I losing sleep?
• Do I feel sorry for myself, inadequate or guilty?
• Am I ashamed of my situation?
• Do I ever feel embarrassed by the drinker's behaviour?
• Do I make excuses for the drinker and take on their responsibilities?
• Am I tired, nervous, depressed?
• Am I short-tempered and frustrated at times?
• Do I ever feel desperate and alone?

If you can answer YES to some of these questions then Al-Anon may be able to help you.