well meaning friends & family who don't understand the severity of alcoholism?
Hey everyone,
I'm still reeling from my XABF's explosive reactions to my custody request and alcohol testing. Someone in my other thread referred to his reactions as "quaking." And it really CLICKED!
I had a general question though. Those of us in Al-Anon and counseling understand the nature of alcoholism, i.e. you didn't cause, it, you can't control it, and you can't cure it. However, how do you deal with well-meaning family members who say, "Well, at least it seems like he cut back?"
Personally, I don't waste energy explaining to a well-meaning friend why alcoholics cannot drink in moderation although I admit it is a bit annoying when others don't get the true nature of the beast that is alcoholism and that, if left untreated, is progressive over time.
How do you handle this with well meaning family and friends? Thoughts?