I think my friend has an alcohol problem - how can I help her?'

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-  Anna Richardson

QI think my good friend has a problem with alcohol. She's always been a bon viveur but recently, when I've popped round at weekends, there's a bottle of wine on the go - daytime as well as evening. She holds down a responsible job, has two kids at university, a nice husband and a lovely home, so clearly she's not in dire straits, but I worry it could get worse. I'm afraid I will spoil our friendship if I broach the subject.

A Friendship is a precious bond, built on trust, support and, more often than not... alcohol. The UK is a nation of boozers, so it's common to be part of a social circle where drinking is the norm. For many of us, it's our default setting when it comes to relaxing, celebrating and connecting with others. Hard day at work? Have a glass of wine. It's Friday! Let's go to the pub.