A.A. Resources

Stories & Resources for Young People

Maybe you’ve wondered if you’re drinking too much — or if you’re too young to be an alcoholic. Many of us felt the same way before finding Alcoholics Anonymous. These short videos from A.A. World Services share real stories from young people who found connection and recovery. You’re never too young to ask for help, and you’re definitely not alone.

Maybe drinking used to feel like fun — a way to connect, to celebrate, to let go. But at some point, it stopped feeling that way. The laughter faded, and the hangovers hit harder than the highs.

When Drinking Is No Longer a Party shares what that shift can look like — and what it means to realize you might be ready for something different. You’re not alone, and recovery is possible.

At first, it was fun — no harm, no real consequences. But over time, the bird needed more and more just to feel okay. The fallout came faster, and the fun slowly disappeared.

This short video shows how something that starts off harmless can slowly take control — and how awareness is the first step toward freedom. You’re not alone, and change is possible.