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What can i do for my father that went through traumatic experience and has a drinking problem and being abusive and also acts depressive. ?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Drinking Problem: Please encourage your dad to go to AA meetings. Using the 12 Steps and having support can help. He also needs to see his doctor to make sure all is well medically. A clinical psychologist or prudent spiritual leader can be helpful also. You can go to AlAnon meetings, which are for the loved ones of the drinker. Peace and good health.

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

Answered 7/11/2019

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A member asked:

What can i do for my father that went through traumatic experience and has a drinking problem and being abusive and also acts depressive. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Dr Finley-Belgrad agreed

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