I don't waste my time, professional (yes, I work in the helping professions) or personal, or in NA, with addicts who aren't committed to their own recovery. This disease is hard enough to beat even when we come in with total commitment. It's impossible to beat with less than that. People are people, not projects. I too would have taken that on as a young codie. Not any more. I suggest that we pros use our valuable resources and treatment options for those who have received the "gift of desperation." Your odds are better at that point, although still kinda grim, IMO.
Love,
KJ