The person who has someone close who drinks too much or who uses other drugs has plenty of company.
People experiencing alcohol and other drug problems often feel they hurt only themselves.
That isn't true. They also hurt their families, friends, coworkers, employers, and others. There are millions of people with alcohol and other drug problems in this country. A recent study reported that 28 million people age 12 and older used illicit drugs during the past year. By current estimates, more than 76 million people have been exposed to alcoholism in the family.