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Married to an Alcoholic? How Long Do You Stay?

On any given morning, someone is waking up next to an alcoholic. Maybe you got into an argument with them the night before. Or maybe they got into an argument with you. Or maybe you both lost it.
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Marriage is a social, cultural, and often legal institution that typically signifies a formal union between two individuals, usually recognized by the state, religious authorities, or both. Mutual rights and obligations often characterize this union, and it may involve cohabitation, shared responsibilities, and, in many cases, the intent to form a family.