I agree, wholly, with Rose76. I have had personal experience with an alcoholic, and a very close friend of mine is one also. The friend tells me everything about her addiction as she has been in and out of rehab over the years. I believe she would tell you, in her own brassy way, that alcoholics are f*** ups and to avoid them if you want to have any stability in your life. I am NOT saying not to be a "friend" to this person, but don't let them into your life on an intimate basis.