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Does this always mean a drink problem?

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Huutr · 17/08/2022 19:50

1pm over the limit on a motorway? Would you conclude a drink problem? I feel it’s a bit simplistic

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Comedycook · 17/08/2022 19:56

It doesn't mean someone is necessarily an alcoholic

It does mean they're disgustingly selfish and irresponsible

DelphiniumBlue · 17/08/2022 20:00

Probably a drink problem, yes. Because if that person didn't have a drink problem, they would have been able to say no to the drink that put them over the limit.
Also selfish and irresponsible.

mindutopia · 17/08/2022 20:41

I wouldn’t think so, no. It could be someone who stupidly went for lunch with friends and had 2 drinks (as frankly many people do).

Letsrunabath · 07/06/2023 23:30

It’s the start, persuade then to reflect now rather than later. Please be kind as they may have underlying issues.

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