Adult Children of Alcoholics: An Exploration of Heterogeneity Utilizing Childhood Roles, Family of Origin Health and Adult Attachment Styles

Adult Children of Alcoholics: An Exploration of Heterogeneity Utilizing Childhood Roles, Family of Origin Health and Adult Attachment Styles
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Published on 2008 by ProQuest

Research reports that an estimated forty-three percent of adults, or seventy-six million people, in the United States have relatives who are alcoholic. In addition, one in eight individuals, or an estimated 30 million adults, has an alcoholic parent. The literature suggests that the impact of growing up in an alcoholic family system may affect psychological functioning well into adulthood. Adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs) are at increased risk for a myriad of psychological symptoms including substance abuse/dependency, problems in interpersonal relationships, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. However, research has also indicated that there may be more heterogeneity within this group than previously reported. It has been suggested that while patterns of maladjustment and increased risk for psychological distress may be evident, no clear \

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