If I woke up in a hospital and someone asked me, "What's your problem?" and they responded with, "No. That is how you treat your problem," my answer would be:
"My problem is that I struggle with addiction. Being an alcoholic and a drug addict is a result of my addiction, but it's not the root cause. I need help and support to address the underlying issues that led me to this point in my life. I want to work on overcoming my addiction and finding healthier ways to cope with the challenges I face."