Going back several generations, there is no evidence of alcoholism or even alcohol abuse in my family history yet my brother is and unapologetic alcoholic and I’m not an alcholic. So much for genetics. IMHO
Get a copy of the book Alcoholics Anonymous and read the Doctor’s opinion.
“... no evidence of alcoholism or even alcohol abuse...”
Just wondering if you think your brother may be treating an undiagnosed mental disorder like Bipolar with alcohol? I use to work with two women who had issues with alcohol until they were diagnosed with Bipolar. The treatment/medication for Bipolar helped them (although not perfectly). They did, however, get off of alcohol completely.
Referring back to the original post, I don’t believe alcoholism is a spiritual problem. I believe a alcoholism can have a spiritual solution through AA. Im a hardcore alcoholic and believe there is a genetic nature. There has to be some truth to the theory... not that im a bad person. In working on my 4th degree(mba). My weekends are just a blur.. I think its in the blood and not a weakness of spirit..