How do u help a person that's trying to break a alcohol addition?

That is very tough: But it may be that u need to help yourself. Al anon and those groups will show u how to not go down with a sinking ship while he seeks help. There are a few options that may help him. The opiod receptor blocker Naltrexone takes the satisfaction away. Topirimate seems to help reduce problem drinking, but he likely needs in patient detox, treatment for mood/stress issues, support group. Gd luc.

Alanon: First, the person has to recognize that they have a problem and commit themselves to solving it. Alcoholics anonymous has about the best rate of success with abstinence, and if you want to help them, contact alanon and they will give you advice.

Addictinos: Alcohol dependance, is very seldom just that. It has some reasons of its own, genetic predisposition and complicated co morbid factors. Ptsd, bipolar illness, maj depressive disorders, panic attacks and so on. It is also seldom alone. There are other drugs too. Depending on severity, it needs supervised detox. Has 15 percent mortality rate treat co morbid factors as well.Its a life long illness.

Complex problem: Alcoholism is a chronic relapsing disease. Alcoholics must be very motivated to quit drinking. Help them avoid triggers for use (avoid bars and parties serving etoh). Help them find the right treatment. Self-help groups are helpful. Look up info on meds such as antabuse, (disulfiram) Naltrexone & campral. Find balance between giving up and enabling!