Originally Posted by
nitabug0107 
Well, if he makes it out of the hospital and goes to rehab, it would be a blessing.
If he chooses to go back to drinking, he's essentially choosing to kill himself.
I think your suggestions to his mom about speaking to his attorney, and a hospital social worker were very good. it sounds like he has been Marchman Acted 2x, and has the outstanding DUI.
I researched what was available in our state because I would have gladly used it to get help for my husband if it had come to that. A lot of states are becoming more flexible in helping families force treatment because it saves lives.
I don't accept rock bottom ideas, or until they want it more than their last breath ideas because when someone's brain is damaged from alcohol or drugs there is a loss of rational thinking . Brains heal usually, but not until the damage stops.
And look what happened with you. Look how you opened up after sharing, talking, being asked questions.