Hello practo user
I can understand your concerns regarding your friend . It seems that he is unable to manage his stress and problems which is aggravating these unhealthy habits . You can ask him to try and reduce his alcohol and smoking as when he gets cravings he can talk to you or some other close family member or friend . Try and spend quality time with him and engage him in multiple activities to keep him busy . Regular exercise and practicing guided meditation will be beneficial for his overall mental and physical health as well. It is advisable that you ask him to seek help from a clinical psychologist for a diagnosis and who will help him learn healthy positive coping skills and strategies . You can also get in touch with me through the practo app for any further help or guidance.
Next Steps
consult a clinical psychologist
Health Tips
deep breathing , regular exercise , spend quality time , engage in various activities , divert his mind by talking about positive things