47% of Adults With Alcohol Use Disorder Sought Help Because of Family Encouragement

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Info graphic: 56% of adults surveyed who reported heavy drinking said that someone had expressed concern to them about their drinking, and 47% of adults surveyed who sought treatment for alcohol dependence did so because a family member expressed concern.

For some people living with alcohol dependence, families play a support role. In fact, 47% of adults who sought treatment did so because a family member expressed concern. If someone you know is living with alcohol dependence, your support matters. Learn more here.