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Al-Anon/Alateen
Address:
1600 Corporate Landing Parkway
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Phone:
1-888-425-2666
Internet Address:
http://www.al-anon.org
Description of Services Provided:
Al-Anon provides support to families and friends of alcoholics, as well as help for teens. You'll find information on the 12-step program, meetings, and resources, including newsletters and a magazine.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Address:
Grand Central Station, PO Box 459
New York City, NY 10163
Phone:
1-212-870-3400
Internet Address:
http://www.alcoholics-anonymous.org
Description of Services Provided:
AA provides information for adults and teens on alcoholism, self-assessment, the 12-step program, meetings, policies, contacts in the US and Canada, membership, real-life stories, and a history of AA.
National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA)
Address:
5635 Fishers Lane, MSC 9304
Bethesda, MD 20892-9304
Phone:
1-301-443-3860
Internet Address:
http://www.niaaa.nih.gov
Description of Services Provided:
NIAAA provides a variety of resources for consumers and professionals about alcohol, including brochures, FAQs, news releases, and a web site for young teens. You'll also find alcohol prevention information, databases, related organizations, research, conferences, and events.
Last reviewed April 2007 by Janet Greenhut, MD
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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