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Tuesday, September 15, 2026

 

Asking Eric: Friend acting as a ‘dry drunk’

Dear Eric: My friend, “Jac” had a very public “meltdown” and was ordered to inpatient rehabilitation for his 20-year-long drug addiction. One year after his treatment, he has not changed and continues to hurt others and blame others for his many shortcomings. This is called being a “dry drunk,” when a sober person still behaves like someone in active addiction.

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