Uncertain times

[mitten_kitten]

A friend of mine has told me today that they have liver damage and should cut down on their drinking. My friend does not seem to realise the seriousness of this and just how bad it could be if they don't sort it out now. How do I stay friends with them but tell them some home truths at the same time? They are going through a tough time at the

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[pleb]

Having been in a very similar and quite serious medical state myself, I can only say that if the initial shock of being told it isn't enough to stop your drinking dead, then perhaps they need professional psychological assistance too - could be into addiction territory. Sorry, that's not very cheery, but there really is no alternative to stopping completely - at least for a long time. :(