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[quote=Anonymous]This is such a tough situation, OP. I have had numerous family members who have dealt with various addictions; I wouldn't wish this situation on anyone. That said, it's not your DH's responsibility to make his brother seek treatment. If a person with an addiction wants to get sober, they will. Unfortunately, no one (your DH, his parents, etc.) can "make" him get sober, even if they hold his hand through detox five times. Until your BIL makes the conscious, intentional choice to get sober, you and DH need to protect yourselves and your children from BIL's damaging behavior. Seek support through Al-Anon, individual counseling, and reexamine your relationships with DH's family. Right now, despite his good intentions, your DH is playing the role of an enabler. This will not help BIL in the long run. It is MUCH easier said than done (coming from personal experience) to cut a person in active addiction out of your life until they reach sobriety, but there comes a point when it's necessary. This might be a conversation you and DH need to have soon. [/quote]

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