Hi Miss Pink,
Thanks again! You answered a question that I didn't know I had! I was wondering where the excessive self-centeredness comes from. I was thinking upbringing, inherent trait, media (I was going to leave it at that!).
I think I understand how excessive self-centeredness that isn't somehow addressed results in continued internal distress leaving an alcoholic wide-open to relapse (a "dry drunk" at best). However, I don't fully understand how alcoholism can lead to self-centeredness but it sure sounds right. All I can think is that alcoholism backs you into a corner and the "natural" response is anger, worry, fear, lashing out at others. Maybe I'm thinking too much? I sure am learning something here!