Its funny Kerry, because he rarely drank in the week when he lived with me and never at home. He has turned back into a 22 year old since he left (figures). His Dad was a drinker, not volume, but he went to a "working mens club" every night after his wife left him and also would have a glass of whiskey at home. My ex's brother is also a big pub goer/pint drinker (but not spirits). My ex always was very down on his brother and Dad for their choices and leaning on alchohol so much !!! I cant believe he used to complain to me all the time how bad he thought they were for that. Look at him now !!
So.. I have hope that once he is through this major crisis/depression, his drinking will ease off back to normal, few pints on the weekend, socialising in a country pub level !!!