LIVING WITH A PROBLEM DRINKER 

• definitions of alcoholism - is alcoholism a disease ? • dealing with denial in the alcoholic • recognizing how complex family dynamics may contribute to alcohol problems • coping strategies such as enabling (accepting unacceptable behaviour) • recognising and dealing with negative emotions eg defiance and deep resentment • types of problems for family members - mental health, personality issues • coping with violence, emotional and physical • dealing with money worries and other practical issues • protecting any children • changing the status quo and dealing with resistance • how to leave if you need to