Alateen (Alcoholics Anonymous)

Availability : Edinburgh Wide

Who is this for?

  • Alateen meetings are for 12-17 year olds inclusive.

Description

We believe alcoholism is a family disease that affects everyone in the family. By attending online or in-person meetings, young people gain an understanding of the illness and feel the benefits of realising they are not alone. They learn that they did not cause this problem and that they are not responsible for their relative’s or friend’s drinking or behaviour. Young people share their experiences of having, or having had, a problem drinker in their lives. They help and support each other.

How do I access this?

  • Self referral

Is there a cost?

Voluntary contributions

Location information

Depends on the venue of the individual meetings.

Opening times

Meetings are available online –

  • Every Wednesday at 7.00pm
  • Second and fourth Thursday of each month at 7.30pm
  • Every Saturday at 11am
  • Second and fourth Sunday of each month at 7pm

To attend an online meeting you will need access to the Zoom app and be in a quiet place with a good internet signal. Only young people 12-17 years inclusive can be present in the Group so please use earphones if there is anyone nearby that might overhear the meeting. Please join with camera and microphone on so that the Group can see and hear you.


Types of support on offer:

Online
Support from someone with similar experience
Support with others

Type of services on offer:

Substance use

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