Party-hardy momma
Dear Doug: Party-hardy momma
Dear Doug:
My mother owns a successful business, but she's hanging out with a crowd of divorcees who drag her to bars. We share a car and I suspect her of smoking, which she denies. After dad leaves for work at night I see mom doing a lot of drinking. When I confront her about my concerns, she makes up excuses and goes further to hide her problems and booze. I'm told that people abuse alcohol because they are depressed, but we had a great family life until recently. What do you suggest I do?
Signed, Concerned Daughter
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Dear Concerned Daughter,
Other columnists might suggest that while your parents need professional help, ...
