Hi u will have to take him to a clinical psychologist who will ascertain if he meets all criteria of addiction. Once it is established u will need to take him to a rehab Center where proper care will be taken for deaddiction. U can also take him to a psychiatrist who will prescribe medicines for addiction.

Since how long has he been drinking? Are there any other signs such as low mood, hopelessness, disturbed sleep, disturbed appetite or any mood swings?. You must consult a Psychologist at the earliest as a detailed history and an interaction with him is important before we give you any treatment plan. Till then don't be too hard on him, stop any kind of negative talk and stop telling him to quit drinking as only you saying it can make things worse. Just be supportive and consult a professional as soon as possible

Your father might be suffering from alcohol dependence syndrome with mood symptoms. Please  take him to a psychiatrist/ clinical psychologist for Assessment & treatment for the needful. Book an appointment via practo if are in Hyderabad.

He is dependent on alcohol. Patients may tell different reasons for their addiction. He needed de-addiction treatment and support of family.

He is drinking out if distress and a feeling of not being  understood  . Develop Empathy , Respect and active listening  towards his words . Empathy  is to  sitting in his place and understanding  his feelings  . Active listening  is listening  without being mentally  preoccupied  with certain  opinions  towards him . He also needs to work on his self development  skills . Behaviour  therapy Working on  his  self esteem Building more self control . You can always seek professional  help .

Hey there! Firstly understand his age as this situations directly indicates towards the insecurity , existential crisis precisely Secondly , habits as you need to find out whether it’s discontinued habit or an open habit now So do this much crux work and will get back to you .!

It seems that your father is going through major stress and some strong difficult emotions. Try to make him comfortable & create an ambience where he can talk freely about his thoughts n emotions and if he is not comfortable talking to any family member then he can talk to any professional Psychologist in a confidential & non judgemental setup and seek support. It's really important for him to talk it out.

Please have your father begin therapy to help him figure out what he is going through. Going to therapy as a family would be more beneficial in this regard.