David, I do believe as you do. But understanding can lead to seeking help or maybe even a resolution of the problem. I see my doctor, get my prescription, swallow my pills. I pour my wine and drink it. There is no force from another person for me to take the pain pills or drink, but I do. It will take medical intervention for me to get off of the medication and choice for me to stop drinking.

Thank you for what you wrote. It is important to understand choice as well as responsibility.