Alateen for my kids?

[Sluggo]

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. 

 

Our objective is to better understand the struggles our child faces and to learn the skills to improve our relationship and provide a supportive environment and also improve on our own emotional responses, attitudes and effectiveness as a family leaders

[bpdteensmom]

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!