Lauren's drinking continues to spiral out of control in the coming weeks, causing her dad Max (Jake Wood) and his wife Kirsty (Kierston Wareing) to take action.
Jacqueline Jossa as Lauren Branning
Kierston Wareing as Kirsty Branning
Jossa said "Lauren doesn't see it as a problem. She believes she is only drinking as much as anyone else.
"She doesn't become aware of how intense her problem is but Kirsty does. Kirsty knows addiction and can spot the signs but Lauren is like 'No'.
"Kirsty makes Max realise that Lauren needs help."
Jossa also admits that Lauren is relieved when Max tries to get her back on the straight and narrow.
Lauren and Max in EastEnders
Jossa said: "Lauren's annoyed that Tanya thinks she needs to be locked up because in her head, she can stop drinking whenever she wants.
"She sees Max is on her side, which is nice, but that is too much pressure on her. He will try and make her stop drinking and she doesn't think she can.
"She fears she will let everyone down."
