This work by Janet J. Voititz has become revolutionary in its way and helped millions of adults who grew up in families with alcoholism to begin the path to a healthy and happier life. The book describes the phenomenon and symptoms of the so-called "syndrome of adult children of alcoholics" and offers ways to improve the quality of life of these people.. This book, being first published back in the 80s of the last century, still remains a fundamental work that most fully addresses the problems faced by VDAs. It can be used in the work of psychotherapists, as well as a source of information for self-help to everyone whose life has been influenced by dysfunctional relationships in the family.