This refers to the story, often harrowing, recounting the history of alcoholAn organic compound used in many products, most notably intoxicating drinks. Alcohol addiction is known as alcoholism. The first 12-step program was devised to deal with that malady. More abuse as rendered by a recovering alcoholicAn individual with an unhealthy dependence on alcohol. From the perspective of AA, it is an individual who has lost control over their life due to an inability to stop drinking. More. These monologues are often given at AA meetings and are particularly associated with first-timer meetings.