This is a very old thread but I have just had an acquaintance die of from Gordon's Gin Syndrome. 65 yrs old but just couldn't kick the habit. A good friend who is 45 was warned to give it up or he would die. He went into very expensive rehab in Norway and we thought that he was doing really well (6 months dry). Just last week he fell off the wagon and has had to be taken away again just today. Neither aircrew by the way.
We have three friends who have been off the pop for years after problems.
My wife is a nurse and says that there is only 10% chance of anyone kicking this habit even after rehab.
Sure I drink too much but do not fall into this bracket.
Just interested in other people's opinion on the chances of staying dry if a problem is identified. I am still a little shocked about having to put my good friend on the ship today - he was not too sober I must add
