Finding help
Overcoming a drinker’s denial that they have an alcohol problem is often the most difficult barrier to cross on the road to a successful outcome. If the drinker can admit they have a problem, they can be helped and supported.
Meanwhile look to yourself. You deserve a happy and fulfilled life whatever the outcome for the drinker. Why not give apas a ring and take advantage of our confidential counselling service. It often helps to talk over events, feelings and options with someone who is not directly involved and who has some experience of what you are going through.
apas and other similar services offer individual support and/or group work to family members affected by someone’s drinking. Please phone us or see below for further details.
Above all, despite all the stress, tension and unhappiness that this person’s drinking is causing you, try to look after yourself! Don’t allow the drinker to make you feel guilty. The problem is their responsibility, not yours.
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