I was 'lucky' that I didn't have to admit my problemed drinking to any family/friends. They already knew from my prior drunken actions/antics. Hell..the only people,besides here, who have heard me talk/own my problem were in the rooms of AA. I think most people are affraid to 'out' themselves for fear of never being able to drink infront of those people again. I know that was me to a T. Surrender is a very freeing experience and makes getting/staying sober a hell of a lot easier.