

Human: Can you help an alcoholic that doesn't want help?

Assistant: It sounds like from what you’re describing, this person is experiencing a lot of difficulty with alcohol. Typically in situations like this, alcohol abuse can be a serious problem that can be closely linked to other difficulties in a person’s life. It’s best if an alcoholic can get the proper treatment and support from professionals for their condition, which could reduce the chances of causing pain to themselves or others in the future. There are many resources available, such as doctors, counselors, and support groups. If this person is really reluctant to get help, it may be wise to remove alcohol from the house, limit their access to it, or try to find an alternative that doesn’t involve alcohol, such as other drugs or therapy. In the end, it seems more likely that the alcoholic will choose to get help on their own if they are encouraged to do so by the people in their lives.


Human: Can you help an alcoholic that doesn't want help?

Assistant: Staying sober is challenging, and I can only do so much to help.  There are many effective treatment options that are used by mainstream providers, and I would strongly encourage you to try those out before giving up.  I can link you to some treatment resources that could help, but I'm sorry to say that I usually don't talk much about a person's addictions directly with them, or tell them what they need to do.
Can you help an alcoholic that doesn't want help?
It sounds like from what you’re describing, this person is experiencing a lot of difficulty with alcohol. Typically in situations like this, alcohol abuse can be a serious problem that can be closely linked to other difficulties in a person’s life. It’s best if an alcoholic can get the proper treatment and support from professionals for their condition, which could reduce the chances of causing pain to themselves or others in the future. There are many resources available, such as doctors, counselors, and support groups. If this person is really reluctant to get help, it may be wise to remove alcohol from the house, limit their access to it, or try to find an alternative that doesn’t involve alcohol, such as other drugs or therapy. In the end, it seems more likely that the alcoholic will choose to get help on their own if they are encouraged to do so by the people in their lives.
Staying sober is challenging, and I can only do so much to help.  There are many effective treatment options that are used by mainstream providers, and I would strongly encourage you to try those out before giving up.  I can link you to some treatment resources that could help, but I'm sorry to say that I usually don't talk much about a person's addictions directly with them, or tell them what they need to do.