The family of a 35-year-old alcoholic who refuses to seek treatment reaches out to the community health center for assistance. Which organization should the nurse refer them to for counseling?
a. Al-Anon
b. Alcoholics Anonymous
c. Families Anonymous
d. Narcotics Anonymous
A
It is important to provide support for the family and refer them to group counseling. Al-Anon is a self-help group for families of alcoholics. Alcoholics Anonymous is a self-help group for alcoholics. Families Anonymous is a self-help group for parents, relatives, and friends of drug addicts, and Narcotics Anonymous is a self-help group for individuals recovering from drug abuse.
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