Deflection. Deflection. Deflection.
Absolute and total denial. Addicts of any kind will do whatever is possible to justify their abuse of substances and keep loved ones worrying at bay so they can continue to abuse it without upsetting the apple cart so to speak in their life.
Admitting to his alcoholism would mean he would have to do something about it. He's not ready to do something about it and unfortunately until he is, no one can help him or convince him.
I keep reposting passion's post because I have found it so invaluable.
I think you may as well.
http://www.soberrecovery.com/forums/...hem-sober.html