Vicky Pattison was very sad when talking about her dad's addiction on a podcast. She said her dad has been an alcoholic for a long time and it was a secret when she was a kid.

Vicky said she knew her dad didn't tell anyone about his drinking. This was a big responsibility for a young kid. She also talked about when things got worse after her dad retired.

Vicky said her dad would drink every morning, which led to health problems like heart attacks and liver disease.

Vicky's mom thinks her dad's retirement made his drinking problem worse.

When Vicky's dad retired, he felt empty and didn't know what to do, so he drank more.

Vicky is seen with her dad in a documentary.

Vicky's dad felt lost when his kids grew up and his wife kept working.

Vicky's dad felt lost and alone, and his drinking problem got worse.

Vicky talked to Matt Willis on his podcast and got emotional about her own drinking.

Vicky was scared she would become an alcoholic like her dad, but she is more in control now.

Vicky was afraid of becoming an alcoholic because of her family history.

Vicky thought that no matter what she did, she would end up like her dad, but she is trying to be healthy.

Vicky is kind and caring towards her dad, and she helps others by working with a charity for kids of alcoholics.

Vicky cried during the podcast.

Talking openly about addiction has helped Vicky, and she made a documentary about it.

Vicky said everyone involved in addiction suffers, and it's hard for the person struggling and their loved ones.

Vicky used to wonder why her dad didn't love her enough to stop drinking, but she realized it's more complicated than that.

Vicky's dad is doing better now, but he still lives with his addiction.

If you or someone you know needs help with addiction, there are helplines available.

You can call Samaritans, Narcotics Anonymous, Alcoholics Anonymous, or visit Mental Health Mates for support.