Young alcoholics cases on rise, survey shows

A growing number of young people are seeking help for alcohol addiction, Alcoholics Anonymous says.

One in three of those aged under 40 at AA are less than five years sober, a survey by the organisation showed.

It has prompted the AA to change how it works with younger members – including appointing a Young Person’s Liaison Officer and providing more online services.

BBC News spoke anonymously to three young people about their addiction and how they are recovering with AA.