Well, from experience, I got to the point where I didnt care if I died. I was not suicidal, I just got as drunk as possible and really did not care what the consequences were. When you get that far down, and crave the booze, the outcome is irrelevant. Your mind makes you think that what you are doing is rational, that its normal, that people perceive you as functional. Now, in hindsight, its almost embarrassing.

I bought a room at a local hotel (a popular chain) for a year. One whole year. I turned off my iPhone, didnt tell anyone where I was and hired a local lady to do my 'shopping' for me...total seclusion. I didnt care what other people thought, all I thought about was where the next drink was coming from.

To answer your question, I am not sure how you should respond. I know that I refused to listen to anyone, because I 'knew' what was best for me. Dumb.

I think they gotta find their rock bottom.