Problem: Alkohol

Relatives and friends of alcoholics find themselves in a difficult situation. They often suffer more than the addicted individual themselves, want to help, but encounter resistance and feel ashamed to share their pain with others. The partner's addiction usually affects their own well-being as well. Additionally, there is uncertainty about how to deal with the affected person. This guide empathetically addresses this large target group with all its concerns and needs. It provides practical information and scientific expertise on all phases of the illness, including therapy. Proven communication rules based on the American CRAFT model also offer help for a more conflict-free coexistence. Accounts from affected individuals sharing their personal experiences, worries, and fears, as well as solutions and successes, provide encouragement. The book was created in collaboration with the German Society for Addiction Psychology.