Hi,

I am new here, and just wondering whether anyone can give me some advice. My dad has a huge problem with substance abuse, and he blames his alcohol and drug splurges on his depression.

I am a third year psychology student and realise that certain drugs and all alcohol have effects on dopamine and serotonin which are the neurotransmitters responsible for a healthy happy state of mind.

How do i explain to my dad that alcohol and drugs can actually make him feel more depressed? And secondly, how do I show my dad that he does in fact have a problem with alcohol? I have found his hidden alcohol and showed that i have found it - but he is dellusional and believes that i dont have any idea about his problem. Where do i start? How must i react to his unhealthy drinking habits??