Craig had a usual childhood and like his dad he enjoyed a drink like most other people. It wasn’t until he was in his fifties that his regular drinking quickly spiralled out of control when he lost his job unexpectedly. His anxiety turned to anger, and resentment and he used alcohol and anti-depressants to try and cope with his new situation.

At his family’s suggestion, Craig went into a rehab facility for what he thought was a rest but was surprised when they started calling him an alcoholic and suggesting that he attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Initially he denied being an alcoholic but eventually realized that the AA program made sense for how he could get back to feeling better about himself. Understanding the disease concept of alcoholism and with the help of AA members Craig lost the desire for alcohol quickly and started to enjoy life again, this time without alcohol.

If you think that alcohol may be a problem then Alcoholics Anonymous could help you. Give them a call on 1300 222 222 or see their website aa.org.au.

If someone else's drinking is causing you a problem then you can phone the Al-Anon Family Groups helpline on 1300 252 666 or go online at al-anon.org.au.

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