Mine would admit that he had a drinking problem ... say he was working on it ... and then not do anything about it. When he sought out help (because he knew he had to because of our divorce and child custody), he went to a counselor who taught 'moderation' - and this was a guy who had been drinking 17 beers a day, lost two (now three) jobs, had a few affairs, and was in the process of losing his marriage.
And, sure, 'moderation' is a six-pack of beer a day after drinking the equivalent of three six-packs a day. Yeah ....
moderation is a great idea.
I found it absolutely infuriating, to be honest, and still don't understand it.