Our friend group has been together since college and one person has developed a drinking problem that's becoming impossible to ignore, but every time someone tries to bring it up they deflect with humor and we all back down. We love them but our gatherings have become tense and some people are starting to make excuses not to come.
More people experience this than they realize.
A group of people who care about each other are watching someone they love struggle while navigating their own limits and the fear of causing more harm.
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If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.