If you are unsure whether it is advisable for you to drink, talk to your doctor. Al-Anon offers understanding and support for relatives and friends of problem drinkers, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not. It raises awareness of key issues among public and policy makers and offers advice on training matters to professionals working with people with alcohol problems. Runs a bookshop and resource centre. AA is the largest and best known self-help group for people with alcohol problems.
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AA sees alcoholism as a disease which can be managed by abstinence and group support. Drinkline provides information and help to callers who are worried about their own drinking and supports family and friends of people who are drinking. This leaflet is for information only. Professional, medical or other advice should be obtained before acting on anything contained in the leaflet as no responsibility can be acepted by the British Liver Trust as a result of action taken or not taken because of the contents.