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Title: Alateen for my kids? Post by: Sluggo on October 14, 2013, 01:58:33 PM Has anyone tried to use the Alateen for their children. My wife is not a drinker nor am I. However, I benefit from the Alanon (for codepency) with my dbpw being the qualifier.
The area here has an alateen group for 13-17 year old and 8-12 year old group. Has anyone tried to use the group as a way for the kids to understand and express their feelings. Title: Re: Alateen for my kids? Post by: bpdteensmom on October 18, 2013, 07:34:24 PM Hi All4BVM
I haven't used alateen for my kid, however I wanted to share with you that when I was younger... high school age... maybe even a little younger... I started attending alateen meetings. My dad was an alcoholic, and although there was never any physical abuse etc. from it, I felt I needed an outlet to discuss how I was feeling about what was happening. I really took a lot from those meetings and even met some friends there that I still know. It was a safe place, and a good place for me to express myself without judgement. Many of the other kids were in way worse situations than me and I also felt good about being able to help them through their stuff too. I definitely think it's worth a shot! Good luck! |