Videos: Focus on Alcohol

ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLICS
50 minutes

In this program, famous adult children of alcoholics speak out about childhood nightmares and adult behavior that continues to reflect the problem of a parent's alcoholism: some chose alcoholic partners, and others devloped drug, gambling, or other addictions. All speak of the difficulties of coping with the damage inflicted by an alcohol-centered childhood.

ALCOHOL ABUSE: DYING FOR A DRINK
14 minutes

What is an innocent victim? Viewers will see and learn from other people like themselves how their lives were changed forever by either using alcohol, or being at the wrong place at the wrong time. A great discussion starter about how alcohol can negatively effect your life forever

ANSWERS WE KNOW
26 minutes

A comprehensive look at chronic alcoholism. The video explores the genetic or familial aspects of the disease with Robert Cloninger, M.D., a pioneer in alcoholism research; David Ohlms, M.D., renown clinician; and other noted researchers. The neurochemistry of addiction is explored.

CALLING THE SHOTS (Second Edition)
30 minutes

This video examines the images used by advertisers to sell alcohol. It is based on the lectures, slide presentations and research of Jean Kilbourne, nationally known media analyst and educator, who has spent many years studying the advertising and alcohol industries.

CAT WHO DRANK AND USED TOO MUCH (THE
12 minutes
Narrated by Julie Harris

THE CAT WHO DRANK AND USED TOO MUCH is a delightful tale that deals with addiction in a positive, non-threatening way. It started innocently enough for Pat, the cat. Pat would have a drink or two with meals but then one day Pat began sneaking drinks. Pat had become obsessed with drinking. After a short time even drinking was not enough, so Pat began experimenting with other substances. Finally, Pat, the cat couldn't take it any more. Pat needed help, and the help was there.

THE CAT WHO DRANK AND USED TOO MUCH is the perfect teaching tool for explaining the addiction process. It is a great discussion starter and an excellent awareness video for any audience.

Based on the book THE CAT WHO DRANK TOO MUCH ?
LeClair Bissell, M.D., and Richard Watherwax.
Elementary/Junior & Senior High School/College/Adults

DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM (THE)
37 minutes
Featuring David Ohlms, M.D.

DISEASE OF ALCOHOLISM provides updated research into the neurochemical and genetic aspects of alcoholism and other addictions. Dr. Ohlms identifies the signs and symptoms of alcoholism and explains that it is a treatable disease.
Sr. High School/Adult/College

DRUG WE DRINK (THE)
26 minutes

This program explains why people drink, physiologically as well as sociologically; explains the physiology of alcoholism; illustrates very graphically how alcohol affects the liver; and suggests guidelines for maximum alcohol consumption.

ENABLERS (THE)
23 minutes

THE ENABLERS is a moving portrayal of one family's struggle with a chemically dependent wife and mother. In their effort to protect the addicted person from the consequences of her own actions, the family becomes frustrated and angry. We see how their cooperation with the dependent person actually leads to her continued alcoholism.
THE ENABLERS is useful in identifying some common behaviors in enabling families such as covering up, excusing and denial, which could, in the end, lead to the dependent person's continued romance with drugs and alcohol. The film puts the problem of enabling into perspective and teaches concerned persons how to stop hurting and start helping.
College/Adults

FAMILY TALK ABOUT DRINKING (143A, 143B & 143C)
32 minutes

FAMILY TALK ABOUT DRINKING is an effort to encourage open and honest communication between parents and pre-teen children in areas that many parents find difficult to discuss.

The video also talks about building a child's self-esteem so that he or she will have the confidence to make the right decisions in other areas besides drinking.

I'LL QUIT TOMORROW
90 minutes

A powerful three?part drama about the progressive of alcoholism. I"LL QUIT TOMORROW tells the story of Steve Miller, his family, friends and employer and their continuing struggles with his progressing alcoholism. Combining narrative with drama, the video shows how problem drinking affects the drinker and everyone he is involved with. It also shows what can be done to help.
Together, all three parts of I'LL QUIT TOMORROW present an important comprehensive introduction to the disease concept of alcoholism, enabling the intervention process and the hope and healing of recovery. This film is a must for treatment programs or any meeting focusing on alcoholism.
College/Adult

ROLES

Children growing up in alcoholic homes seldom learn the combination of roles which mold healthy personalities. Instead, they become locked into roles based on their perception of what they need to do to "survive" and to bring some stability to their lives. Children in this alcoholic family system assume roles which make life easier and less painful for them. Typically, these children tend to adopt one, or a combination of four roles.

SOFT IS THE HEART OF A CHILD (For Internal Use Only)
26 minutes

Deals with the problems experienced by pre-teenage children whose parents abuse alcohol. Discusses where these children can turn for help, guidance and support.
Pre-Teens/Teenagers/Adults

STAYING SOBER & STAYING FREE
43 minutes

The messenger, Thomas "Hollywood" Henderson, a recovering alcoholic and drug addict went from Super Bowl to cell block. He's staying sober and staying free. Thomas Henderson can reach the hopeless because he's been there. He's been where they are...he's where they want to be...sober and free.

STEER CLEAR/DWI
17 minutes

One of the most incisive and informative videos ever produced on the subject of drinking and driving. Dr. Ohlms explains why even small amounts of alcohol impairs driving skills. Other drugs covered include stimulants.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN TTHE ELDERLY
29 minutes

Faced with complex regimens of medication and diminished tolerances for alcohol, many elderly Americans run the risk of falling into the trap of substance abuse. In this program from The Doctor Is In, senior citizens discuss how they deal with these challenges, while Dr. James Campbell, director of the geriatric center at Metro-Health Medical Center, and Carol Colleran Egan, director of older adults services for Hanley-Hazelden Center, present some innovative programs created especially for elderly people.

TEENAGE DRINKING & DRUG USE
30 minutes

Today's teenagers start drinking at an average age of 12 and one out of every 10 teens is an alcoholic. This video addresses peer pressure and a parent's role, challenging parents to act as confidants rather than watchdogs. From PBS.
Grades 7 to adult

WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY CHILD ABOUT DRINKING?
46 minutes

Hosted by Meryl Streep, this two-part video will help parents and other caregivers improve their communication skills about alcohol.

WHAT'S WRONG WITH BEER?
Approx. 25 minutes

This educational program for high school and college audiences specifically focuses on beer. It doesn't lecture about the physiological workings of alcohol, or show boring diagrams of how alcohol gets metabolized. Instead, this documentary style program is designed to engage the youthful viewer, enable him to identify with young people in the program, and in the process become better able to evaluate his or her own drinking patterns and become clearer about the risks.

WITHOUT WARNING
17 minutes

Parents' testimonials of how they've lost their children to alcohol poisoning. Deals with binge drinking and symptoms of alcohol poisoning.