Dear Dennis:

I would like to find a support group for my husband who is trying to deal with the alcoholism of his grown son. I will keep searching through your information to see what I can find. We live in Pittsburgh, PA. Thanks! It is wonderful what you are doing and have been doing. — Kathy

Hi Kathy:

We only have the Doylestown Parent Support Group in Pennsylvania, but I would strongly suggest that you and your husband attend Al-Anon. It is a support group for parents dealing with drug and alcohol use by family members. Keep in mind that it is his grown son who must make the choice to get clean and sober. You both can help by getting as much information as possible, but keep in mind that he has ownership of this, not you. Also remember to remind your husband that sometimes the change may need to start with the parents, because whatever you have been doing in dealing with this, it is not working. That means you and your spouse could be a part of the problem and need to become part of the solution. Good luck and don't give up even though you may feel as if you both have given in. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. — Dennis