Asking Eric: Friend's 20-year addiction isn't going to melt away in 1 year on a program

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.