What's the damage?

[Mattdammon]

Alright, so my friend has been using cocaine to an extent that idk if it should shoot up a red flag or not. We are experienced enough to know if there is a real issue but I'm unsure if I should bring up my concern to him. He gets about 3.5 every two weeks of VERY high quality product for an extremely low price for almost 8 months. If he finishes it within 2-3 days every 2 weeks or so do you think it's a real concern? He hasn't shown any negative outward or behavioral changes. Would you consider him a frequent user? Just concerned about his future and possible drug tests. Any input would be welcomed!

 

[spacejunk]

We can't discuss drug tests - but yeah - it does sound like he's a fairly heavy coke user.

If you're concerned, why not discuss it with him?
I guess that is the first question that comes to mind for me, reading your post. I mean, if you're having concerns, what harm would it do to mention them?

Expressing concern needn't be an intervention, an ultimatum or a lecture - perhaps he's the person to be having this conversation with?

 

[Mattdammon]

I just didn't want to bring it up to him directly without a second non biased opinion seeing as it might be a touchy subject for him. But thanks for the advice.

 

[justtakethat]

Your friend needs to know what self control is, or he shouldn't be messing around with drugs like coke. Why can't he use it for a day or 2 days, then put 2 days in between and repeat the process? If he is doing it daily like that than it is a sign of weak willpower. Please explain to him what withdrawals are mental willpower, he could be using without getting addicted.

 

[T. Calderone]

If your friend is binging the way you explained, I would be concerned he has a problem. Like spacejunk mentioned, you could have a talk with him and ask if he needs help to stop using. Also, we can't help with the drug testing aspect but that would be a greater incentive to quit.