Objective: To ascertain functionality of the mental
health among adult-children of alcoholic fathers in
comparison to the adult-children of non-alcoholic
fathers in a culture where alcohol related
beverages is prohibited by the law on religious
grounds and drinking is socially discouraged.
Conclusion: This study could act as an impetus
for further research and also create awareness
about the problems faced by the adult-children of
alcoholics. Moreover, intervention strategies
could be developed to help this vulnerable
population. (Rawal Med J 202;45:140-143).
