a few days ago i just found out that my best friend has been doing coke. He had done it a few months before, and stopped for a few months to make sure he wasn't addicted, but he started back up again this weekend. I've become really worried about him, he doesn't understand the consequences of what his actions are, he's in denial. he even told me that i should try it.

We are now not on speaking terms. He's been my best friend for around 7 years, and we have been through so much together, and slowly each year we have been becoming more and more different, and i guess i should have expected it, but now i just am friends with him to remember the old him. but even so, i still care.

I know i need to tell someone, i'm not sure if he's addcited, and even if he isn't does he still need to go to rehab? Or should i just tell his parents? I have no idea what to do in this situation. please help.

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~*Katie*~

Talking to his parents or narc-ing to the police might be a good direct action, but it probably will also turn him against you (call it a last ditch effort). I'd suggest talking to a counselor or someone anonymously first so you know how best to handle the situation. AlaTeen is a good organization for people who are close to people who are substance abusers.