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AL‑ANON PAMPHLETS(: indicates that this is also avail‑able as free download atal‑anon.org)Al‑Anon Is for MenHelps men identify typical reactionsto alcoholism in another person.Six pages.P‑1 .30Al‑Anon, You, and the AlcoholicQ & A basics address the most com‑mon concerns about Al‑Anon andhow it helps. Eight pages.P‑2 .35Alcoholism, a Merry‑Go‑RoundNamed DenialAn Al‑Anon classic! Dramatic analogyhelps family members and friendssee roles they play in the lives of alco‑holics. 24 pages.P‑3 .75Alcoholism, the Family DiseaseLongtime favorite includes personalstories, questions and answers, “Do’sand Don’ts,” “Just for Today,” “MaturityChecklist,” and the “Three Obstaclesto Success in Al‑Anon.” 32 pages.P‑4 .80P‑4L Large‑print 1.50Freedom from DespairA message of hope for anyone facingalcoholism, a problem we can’t solvealone. Four pages.P‑6 .20A Guide for the Familyof the AlcoholicClear, realistic look at alcoholism,the problems encountered by thoseclose to the alcoholic, and the choic‑es available to the family. 12 pages.P‑7 .35How Can I Help My Children?Inspiring stories by parents describehow they helped their childrenunderstand the family disease ofalcoholism. 24 pages.P‑9 .70Purpose and SuggestionsAl‑Anon’s first pamphlet describesour fellowship’s purpose and sugges‑tions for applying it to improve ourlives. Six pages.P‑13 .25So You Love an AlcoholicSuggests first steps to take for achanged attitude toward the alco‑holic. Unexpected answers to thequestion, “What shall I do?” Six pages.P‑14 .25Three Views of Al‑Anon—Alcoholics Speak to the FamilyIncludes “An Open Letter from anAlcoholic” and other insightful essaysfrom A.A. members on why they rec‑ommend Al‑Anon to the families andfriends of alcoholics. Eight pages.P‑15 .30To Parents of AlcoholicsSharings from parents of alcoholicsand answers to frequently askedquestions help relieve the fear, anger,blame, guilt, and confusion of real‑izing your child is an alcoholic. 16pages.P‑16 .75The Twelve Steps and TraditionsA pocket‑sized starter guide toAl‑Anon’s Steps and Traditions. Alsoincludes the “Three Obstacles to Suc‑cess in Al‑Anon.” 24 pages.P‑17 .75This Is Al‑AnonMini meeting guide includesAl‑Anon’s Suggested Welcome; Pre‑amble; Serenity Prayer; Twelve Steps,Traditions, Concepts of Service; theslogans; and Closing. 12 pages.P‑32 .40Why Anonymity in Al‑Anon?Covers the many reasons why ano‑nymity is an important Al‑Anon prin‑ciple. Updated to address concerns ofhow to apply this principle to every‑day situations, including Internet use.Eight pages.P‑33 .35Why ConferenceApproved Literature?About Al‑Anon literature, how it isdeveloped from members’ sharedexperiences, and the importance ofusing it exclusively at Al‑Anon/Alateen meetings. Six pages. :P‑35 .10Al‑Anon Fact FileFactual information for the generalpublic, media, and professional com‑munity. Eight pages.P‑36 .25What Do YOU Do about theAlcoholic’s Drinking?Depicts common misconceptionsof family members and friends ofalcoholics in trying to cope and howAl‑Anon can help. Eight pages.P‑19 .30The Al‑Anon FocusAl‑Anon members who are recover‑ing alcoholics describe how focusingon the Al‑Anon approach has helpedthem face the effects of someoneelse’s drinking. Six pages.P‑45 .30Sponsorship, What It’s All AboutBasic explanation of sponsorship pro‑vides guidance on finding a Sponsor,what to expect, and suggestions forSponsors. 16 pages.P‑31 .40World ServiceConference SummaryReports and recovery stories fromAl‑Anon’s annual Conference, held toensure worldwide service and unity.Includes the World Service OfficeAnnual Report. Current edition. :P‑46 5.00 each for shipping & handling4

Al‑Anon Sharings fromAdult ChildrenLingering effects of parental alcoholismare illustrated through personal stories.Includes section on how adult childrenapply the Twelve Steps. 24 pages.P‑47 .75Al‑Anon’s TwelveTraditions IllustratedAl‑Anon’s second Legacy describedwith simplicity and humor to helpus grasp the principles of the TwelveTraditions. Illustrated. 32 pages.P‑60 1.00Understanding Ourselvesand AlcoholismLearn about the disease and howcompulsion, addiction, obsession,and denial affect alcoholics and thoseclose to them. Six pages.P‑48 .25Does She Drink Too Much?From Men, about the Womenin Their LivesMen affected by women alcoholicsshare how Al‑Anon has helped them.Six pages.P‑62 .30Al‑Anon Spoken HereKeeping it Al‑Anon to avoid dilutionof our program. Questions and an‑swers help us maintain our focus onAl‑Anon, regardless of other interestsor affiliations. Eight pages.P‑53 .35The Concepts—Al‑Anon’sBest‑Kept Secret?Explains Al‑Anon’s third Legacy forworldwide service in an easy‑to‑un‑derstand manner. Illustrated.32 pages.P‑57 1.00The following Conference Approved Literature are available in eBookUse the special links below to find out where you can purchase them.Al‑Anon and Alateen’s Rolein Family RecoveryAl‑Anon Family Groups’ new‑est video offers short presen‑tations for outreach to threeprimary audiences—adults,teens, and professionals. Great for outreachto professionals, their clients, and the pub‑lic. Available on DVD, 75 minutes in total.Al‑Anon and Alateen’s Role inFamily Recovery (AV‑31)and/or Audiobook.AudioNEW! Hope for Today al‑anon.org/b27How Al‑Anon Works al‑anon.org/b32The Forum magazine b6al‑anon.org/b16al‑anon.org/b25AL‑ANON & ALATEEN DVDsAV‑31dvd 5.00SAV‑31dvd 5.00 (Spanish subtitles)FAV‑31dvd 5.00 (French subtitles)Service Sponsorship: WorkingSmarter, Not HarderBenefits of not doing it alone byhaving or being a Service Sponsor areexplained. Includes tips for effectiveservice experiences. Eight pages.P‑88 .50Doubting Your Sanity?Ideal handouts for professionals andAlateens Share withfacilities. :Adults in Their LivesP‑89EF .15For any adult in contact with a teenag‑ P‑89ES .15er affected by someone else’s drinking.(Formerly titled Dear Mom & Dad.) Six Hope & Understanding forParents & Grandparentspages.Includes a description of the challeng‑P‑67 .30es facing parents and grandparentsWhat Happens after Treatment?of young problem drinkers, as well asIdeal handouts for professionals and a wide variety of inspiring personalfacilities. :stories and a section on how parentsP‑81EF .15and grandparents apply the TwelveP‑81ES .15Steps. 24 pages.P‑94 .75AL‑ANON/ALATEEN ELECTRONIC LITERATUREAlateen—Hope for Children of AlcoholicsOne Day at a Time in Al‑AnonCourage to ChangeHaving Had a Spiritual Awakening . . .Living in a Shelter?Ideal handouts for professionals andfacilities. :P‑82EF .15P‑82ES .15DVD RENTALSFor membership rental only. 25.00 (includes all postage). Beforereceiving rental video, a Video Rental Order Form (S‑35) must becompleted and submitted with payment. This order form is avail‑able as free download at al‑anon.org/loisdvdform.Lois’s Story (AV‑1)Al‑Anon cofounder Lois W. describes our fellowship’s beginnings.Wonderful for workshops, conventions, and anniversaries. 1971,color, DVD, 33 minutes. Closed captions included.Lois W. & the Pioneers (AV‑24)Al‑Anon’s cofounder, first General Secretary, and first ForumEditor recall the formative years of Al‑Anon’s headquarters. 1982,color, DVD, 22 minutes. Closed captions included.5

ALATEEN LITERATUREAlateen provides mutual support meetings for younger family members and friends of alcoholics. There is a wealth ofwisdom for members of all ages in our Alateen literature.ALATEEN BOOKSALATEEN BOOKLETSAlateen—Hope for Childrenof AlcoholicsBasic introductory book for teensaffected by someone else’s drink‑ing. Easy‑to‑understand explana‑tion of alcoholism and theAlateen program. Indexed, soft‑cover. 128 pages.Alateen’s 4th Step InventoryThis workbook keeps it simple for members of anyage, with questions, cartoons, and space to writeor draw your feelings. 48 pages.B‑3c (Case of 24) 135.00Alateen Talks Back on: AcceptanceAlateen members share on accepting thereality of their lives using prose, poetry, andartwork from the Alateen Talk newsletter. Illus‑trated. 32 pages.P‑64 5.00P‑64c (Case of 150) 675.00B‑3 7.50Alateen—a day at a timeDaily help for teens. Positive shar‑ings from Alateen members aroundthe world. Indexed. 384 pages.B‑10 9.50P‑68 2.00B‑10c (Case of 24) 171.00Alateen Talks Back on: SerenityAlateen members share on searching for serenityusing prose, poetry, and artwork from theAlateen Talk newsletter. Illustrated. 32 pages.Courage to Be Me—Livingwith AlcoholismAlateen’s most comprehensivebook, filled with shared recoveryfrom Alateen members. Includesworkshops for group discussions.Indexed, softcover. 326 pages.P‑69 2.00P‑68c (Case of 150) 270.00P‑69c (Case of 150) 270.00Alateen Talks Back on: SlogansAlateen members share how the slogans help,using prose, poetry, and artwork from theAlateen Talk newsletter. Illustrated. 32 pages.B‑23 11.00B‑23c (Case of 24) 198.00P‑70 2.00Living Today in AlateenAlateen’s second daily readershows how members practice theprogram right now, today. Indexed.378 pages.P‑70c (Case of 150) 270.00Alateen Talks Back on: DetachmentAlateen members share on letting go with love, usingprose, poetry, and artwork from the Alateen Talknewsletter. Illustrated. 32 pages.P‑73 2.00B‑26 13.00P‑73c (Case of 150) 270.00B‑26c (Case of 24) 234.00ALATEEN PAMPHLETS/MATERIALS(: indicates that this is also available as free download at al‑anon.org.)Twelve Steps and TwelveTraditions for AlateenGreat meeting topic guide on ourfirst two Legacies. Includes ques‑tions, discussions, and personalreflections by Alateen members.60 pages.P‑18 .75Youth and the Alcoholic ParentQuestions and suggestions helpyoung people improve their ownlives. 12 pages.P‑21 .40A Guide for Sponsorsof Alateen GroupsBasic information for Alateen GroupSponsors on starting and support‑ing an Alateen group. Six pages.P‑29 .10Moving On! From Alateento Al‑AnonTransitioning into Al‑Anon de‑scribed by former Alateen membersas they continue recovery. 12 pages.P‑59 .50Facts about AlateenBasic information about Alateen, foryoung people affected by someoneelse’s drinking. Six pages.P‑41 .25Alateen Do’s and Don’tsHelpful suggestions on what todo—and what not to do.Wallet card.M‑9 .056

ALATEEN PAMPHLETS/MATERIALSContinuedJust for Today (Alateen)Offers Alateen ideas for making each day special, andreminders for focusing on the present.M‑11 Wallet Card .10M‑13 Bookmark .10Alateen Sponsorship—Is It for You?Questions to help Al‑Anon members decide aboutsponsoring an Alateen group. :S‑27 .10Alateen LogosFor identification purposes at Al‑Anon/Alateen events.Self‑adhesive red triangles.M‑15 100/ 2.25Information for Educators: Alateen Meetings inSchoolsAnswers the questions educators ask about Alateen.Six pages. :S‑64 .05Alateen Program CardWallet card with Alateen Preamble, Twelve Steps, TwelveTraditions, and Serenity Prayer.M‑18 .05Daily Checklist for MyselfFor Alateen members taking a daily inventory, thishandy Step Ten sheet can help.S‑6 .20Alateen Discount PackageBuy together and save on an assortment of Alateenpamphlets. Includes P‑18, P‑21, P‑31, P‑41, P‑59, P‑67,S‑6, M‑9, M‑18.K‑6 6.75Has Your Life Been Affected by SomeoneElse’s Drinking? Alateen Is for You!Twenty questions help young people decide if Alateenis for them. :S‑20 .03Alateen Discount Package with B‑3Buy together and save on the contents of the K‑6 Packageplus Alateen—Hope for Children of Alcoholics (B‑3).K‑7 10.25NEWCOMER KITSPackets for the newcomer contain basic information about Al‑Anon/Alateen.Groups can add local meeting information and literature of special interest.Al‑Anon NewcomerPacketWelcomes first‑timerswith basic introduc‑tory Al‑Anon pam‑phlets assembled ina booklet. IncludesP‑14, P‑19, P‑48, P‑53,P‑67, S‑4, M‑12, andM‑78.K‑10 1.40WelcomeNewcomer!Professional PacketHelpful leaflets for professionalswho help families and friends ofalcoholics. Includes P‑41, P‑48, S‑4,S‑17, S‑20, S‑25, S‑37 assembled ina sleeve.K‑30 1.25K‑30c Canadian version 1.25K‑21 2.00May we suggest: Attend at least one meeting every week Talk to Al-Anon members between meetings Find a Sponsor Read Al-Anon literature daily Subscribe to Al-Anon's monthly magazine, The Forum Volunteer to help your new group through service Visit our website at al-anon.org1Alateen Newcomer PacketWelcomes new Alateen memberswith helpful leaflets assembled ina booklet. Includes M‑9, P‑21, P‑41,P‑67, and S‑20.Font used: Adobe Garamond ProK‑18 1.75Al‑Anon Adult Children ofAlcoholics Newcomer PacketWelcomes those who grew up withparental alcoholism. Includes P‑47,P‑48, P‑53, S‑4, S‑25, S‑69, and M‑12assembled in a sleeve.SERVICE KITS/PACKETSMen’s Newcomer PacketWelcomes men affected by some‑one else’s drinking and lets themknow they belong. Includes P‑1, P‑7,P‑13, P‑14, P‑48, P‑53, P‑62, P‑67, S‑4,and M‑12 assembled in a sleeve.K‑23 2.00Parents’ Newcomer PacketWelcomes those whose child hasa drinking problem. Includes P‑7,P‑13, P‑14, P‑16, P‑48, P‑53, P‑67,S‑4, and M‑12 assembled in a sleeve.K‑24 2.007Using Al‑Anon Principles toResolve Conflicts KitInformation to aid members in pre‑venting and dealing with conflict inAl‑Anon groups and service arms.The Kit contains S‑71, S‑72, andS‑73. Buy together and save.K‑70 9.00

AL‑ANON/ALATEEN SERVICE TOOLS: indicates that this is also available as free download at al‑anon.orgSerenityPrayervoluntary contributions at meetings to coverexpenses, such as rent or the cost of Al-Anon literature. Many members contribute out of gratitude forthe benefits that they have received from the group.resources, as does the Al-Anon Members’ Website, al-anon.org/members. The Members’ Website is accessible by password. Use the name ofyour group, followed by AFG.What role does Al-Anon serviceplay in recovery?Now what do I do?SerenityJUST FOR CourageTODAYWisdomParticipation in the group will help you toGodmethethemore grantfully experiencebenefits of the pro-Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters (Canada) Inc.al-anon.orgwso@al-anon.orgAre YouConcernedaboutSomeone’sDrinking1600 Corporate Landing ParkwayVirginia Beach, VA 23454-5617Phone: (757) 563-1600 Fax: (757) 563-16569 Antares Drive, Suite 245Ottawa, ON K2E 7V5Phone: (613) 723-8484 Fax (613) 723-0151For meeting information call:1-888-425-2666 (1-888-4AL-ANON)USA and CanadaMonday-Friday, 8am to 6pm ET Al-Anon Family Groups Headquarters, Inc. 198115-56M-1printed in USAgram. Service can be as simple as helping to setup the chairs before the meeting, sharing yourpersonal experience during the meeting, or helping put away the literature afterward.Al-Anon service is part of the recovery process.Many service opportunities are available for newermembers, as well as longtime members. Choose anactivity and begin to participate. Even someone whohas only attended a few meetings has something toshare with others. Actively participating and carrying the message is an essential part of our recovery.to accept the thingsI cannot change,Just for today I will try to livethrough this day only, and not tackleall my problems at once. I can dosomething for 12 hours that wouldappall me if I felt that I had to keepit up for a lifetime.Just for today I will be happy. Thisassumes to be true what AbrahamLincoln said, that “Most folks are ashappy as they make up their mindsto be.”Just for today I will adjust myselfto what is, and not try to adjusteverything to my own desires. I willtake my “luck” as it comes, and fitmyself to it.Just for today I will try to strengthenmy mind. I will study. I will learnsomething useful. I will not be amental loafer. I will read somethingthat requires effort, thought andconcentration.Just for today I will exercise my soulin three ways: I will do somebody agood turn, and not get found out;if anybody knows of it, it will notcount. I will do at least two things Idon’t want to do — just for exercise.I will not show anyone that my feelings are hurt; they may be hurt, buttoday I will not show it.Just for today I will be agreeable.I will look as well as I can, dressbecomingly, keep my voice low, becourteous, criticize not one bit. Iwon’t find fault with anything, nortry to improve or regulate anybodybut myself.As Al-Anon and Alateen members, we havefound it helpful to: Obtain a meeting schedule. Attend several different meetings, to findone, or more, that meet your needs. Ask questions and talk to other membersbefore and after meetings. Read the magazine, The Forum, and otherAl-Anon and Alateen books and pamphlets.The Getting Started pamphlet (S-15R) offersa brief overview of some of the literaturethat newcomers have found helpful.If you still have questions, feel free to askthem. We offer you our friendship and ourAl-ANONIS: Please “Keep Coming Back.”understanding.Al-AnonFamily Groupsto change the thingsWhatis sponsorship?I can,andSponsorship is a one-to-one relationship betweentwo Al-Anon members. It is an opportunity toexplore aspects of the Al-Anon program in greaterdepth than is possible at an Al-Anon meeting.A Sponsor is a more experienced memberwho serves as a mentor in the Al-Anon program.Sponsors share their own experience without trying to direct or control the personal decisions ofanyone else. The relationship is mutually beneficial as a growth opportunity for both the Sponsorand the person sponsored.You can ask someone to be your Sponsorwhenever you feel ready. Pick someone you feelyou could learn from. For more informationabout sponsorship, see the Sponsorship—WorkingTogether to Recover bookmark (M-78), includedin the Newcomer Packet. Also, see the pamphlet,Sponsorship—What It’s All About (P-31).to know the difference.What other resources areavailable?Al-Anon’s Public Outreach Web site, al-anon.org, offers access to a variety of electronic6AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS hope for families & friends of alcoholics A FELLOWSHIP of relativesThe SerenityPrayerand friendsof alcoholicswhoGod livesgrant haveme thebeenserenitybelieve theiraccept thethingsI cannot change,affected byTosomeoneelse’sdrinkCourage to change the things I can,ing.And wisdom to know the difference. A MUTUAL SUPPORTrecovery program based on theAl-AnonFamily Groups are a fellowship ofTwelve TheStepsof Alcoholicsrelatives (AA).and friends of alcoholics who share theirAnonymousexperience, strength, and hope in order to solve A theirNONPROFESSIONALcommon problems. We believe alcoholism isfellowshipwhere members sharea family illness and that changed attitudes can aidtheir recovery.experience, strength, andhope to solve their commonAl-Anon is not allied with any sect, denominaproblems.tion, political entity, organization, or institution; A recoveryprogramwithcontroversy;thedoes not engagein anyneither endorsANONYMITYof allAl-Anon,es nor opposesanycause. There are no dues forAlateen,and AA Al-Anonmembers ispromembership.self-supporting throughtected.its own voluntary contributions.Al-Anon hasprogrambut one thatpurpose: to help families A SPIRITUALof alcoholics.this by practicing the Twelveis compatiblewithWealldoreligiousby welcoming and giving comfort to familiesbeliefsSteps,or none.of alcoholics, and by giving understanding and A programwiththeSINGLEencouragement to the alcoholic.PURPOSEof helpingSuggestedAl-AnonfamiliesPreamble to the Twelve Stepsand friends of alcoholics, whetherthe alcoholic is still drinking7 ornot.Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc.1600 Corporate Landing ParkwayVirginia Beach, VA 23454-5617Phone: (757) 563-1600 Fax: (757) 563-1656al-anon.orgwso@al-anon.orgInformationfor theNewcomerHas Your Life Been AffectedBy Someone Else’s Drinking?Alateen Is for You!This pamphlet is also available in: Danish,Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek,Icelandic, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, andSwedish.ARE YOU TROUBLED BYSOMEONE’S DRINKINGAl-Anon Is for You!All rights reserved. No part of this publication maybe reproduced, stored in or introduced into a retrievalsystem, or transmitted, in any form, or by any means(electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, orotherwise), without the prior written permission ofthe publisher.Millions of people are affected by the excessive drinking of someone close. The following questions are designed to help you decidewhether or not you need Al-Anon: Al-Anon Family Group Headquarters, Inc. 1980, 1992, 2016Revised 2016Approved byWorld Service ConferenceAl-Anon Family Groups1. Do you worry about how much someone else drinks?2. Do you have money problems becauseof someone else’s drinking?Al-Anon may be listed in yourtelephone directory3. Do you tell lies to cover up for someone else’s drinking?4. Do you feel that if the drinker caredabout you, he or she would stop drinking to please you?5. Do you blame the drinker’s behavior onhis or her companions?6. Are plans frequently upset or canceledor meals delayed because of the drinker?7. Do you make threats, such as, “If youdon’t stop drinking, I’ll leave you”?18-41S-4Printed in U.S.A.8. Do you secretly try to smell the drinker’sbreath?Help and hope for families and friends of alcoholics9. Are you afraid to upset someone forfear it will set off a drinking bout?10. Have you been hurt or embarrassed bya drinker’s behavior? A WORLDWIDE fellowshipwith more than 25,000 groups, inover 115 countries, that has beenin existence since 1951.11. Are holidays and gatherings spoiledbecause of drinking? COMPATIBLE with professional treatment. Statistics show40% of its members receivedtreatment / counseling after attending Al-Anon.12. Have you considered calling the policefor help in fear of abuse?M‑1 .03Al‑Anon Program CardWallet

Daily help for teens. Positive sharings from Day at a Time in Al‑Anon Alateen members around the world. Indexed. 384 pages. B‑10 9.50 B‑10c (Case of 24) 171.00 Courage to Change—One Day at a Time in Al‑Anon II More daily inspiration from a fresh, diverse perspective. Insigh