Coverage dated November 4, 2026

Asking Eric: I tried reaching out to my alcoholic parents after 12 years. Now I regret it

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Estrangement really, really hurts.

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  1. AL.com

    Asking Eric: I tried reaching out to my alcoholic parents after 12 years. Now I regret it (opens AL.com)

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    Estrangement really, really hurts.

  2. NJ.com / Star-Ledger

    Asking Eric: I fear my alcoholic parents will die while we're still estranged (opens NJ.com / Star-Ledger)

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    Estrangement really, really hurts.

  3. MLive

    Asking Eric: My parents are in their 70s, still won't stop drinking. Will we never heal this? (opens MLive)

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    Estrangement really, really hurts.

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