It is estimated that 40% of the population will have an addiction problem some time in their life. More than 7% of the population 18 years and older have problems with drinking and can be considered alcoholics. These alcoholics will significantly impact an average of 4-5 other lives they come into contact with. It doesn't have to be like this, there is hope for the alcoholic to overcome their addiction with treatment, you don't have to suffer from alcoholism any longer.