How Can My Family Help my Uncle That Drinks All the Time?

by Fawn Roderiques
(Portsmouth ,RI)

What can my family do to help my uncle that drink from the time he gets up in the morning till the time he goes to bed. And he doesn't want help but it is to the point that he out of control. So please tell me what we can do for him. Thank you

Answer

Hi Fawn

First off, you need to read this article about alcoholism effects on family - it will help you understand what you're dealing with and give you some ideas on ways to help.

Then it seems that you as a family may need to perform an alcoholism intervention on your uncle - because it looks like he definitely needs help and if he isn't willing to get it himself, a well done intervention can work in getting him the help he needs.

But you also have to understand that if an alcoholic isn't actually willing to change - they'll just start drinking again even if they have received professional help. You as a family can try and do everything you can do get your uncle help - but the rest is then up to him.

Best of Luck.