Young People Come Together To:
*share experience, strength and hope with each other.
*discuss their difficulties.
*learn effective ways to cope with their problems.
*encourage one another.
*help each other understand the principles of the Al-Anon program.
*learn how to use the Twelve Steps and Alateen's Twelve Traditions

ALATEEN MEMBERS LEARN:

*compulsive drinking is a disease.
*they can detach themselves emotionally from the drinker's problems while continuing to love   the person.
*they are not the cause of anyone else's drinking or behavior.
*they cannot change or control anyone but themselves.
*they have spiritual and intellectual resources with which to develop their own potentials, no matter what happens at home.
*they can build satisfying and rewarding life experiences for themselves.

ALATEEN LITERATURE

Members are encouraged to read Al-Anon and Alateen Conference-Approved Literature and materials. Written from members' personal sharings, these recovery tools can help young people deal with their problems.

SPONSORSHIP

Every Alateen group needs an active, adult member of Al-Anon to serve as sponsor. The sponsor is an active part of the group, guiding and sharing knowledge of our Twelve Steps and Alateen Traditions.

MEETINGS

Alateen members are welcome at ALL Al-Anon meetings. For information on Al-Anon/Alateen meetings in your area, see the listings for your area (on the MEETINGS page).