When you learn a bit more about alcoholism you will know there is no need to be embarrased. It is a demon that literally has taken control of his mind. Actually, friends and family may very erll be supportive and sympathetic. You also may need them ih things deteriorate to the point you need have legal issues as a consequence to alcoholism, which is progressive.
Originally Posted by
proveit11 
I thank you for your thoughts. It is nice to realize that someone else knows what I am talking about. I have been to embarrassed to confide in anyone that I know.
It has occurred to me that he must make his own way, and if something terrible happened to him, the authorities would be able to reach me. (right?). I suppose I should probably try one of those al-anon meetings. I have been reluctant to go, but I think that I finally feel overwhelmed enough to give it a try.
I just wish this was not happening.