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Posted by: Anama on 2009-03-30, 07:37:57
Is there any reason for thinking that he is a meth user? Is there a past history of drug use, for example? It could be that your co-worker is simply depressed, having a terrible time in his personal life (illness, divorce, homelessness), may be having terrible health problems (Chron's disease, lupus, Lyme, etc.),or may be using a different or combination of substances (most meth users also like their alcohol as well) if he is a user or addict. If you are seeing scabbing, poor hygiene, teeth rubbing, tweaking, weight loss, etc. then there is a chance that he is using meth, but I wouldn't just jump right to that conclusion. The best thing to do is to just ask him if you can talk to him. Let him know that you have noticed a change in his health and work habits that are very unlike him and you are concerned about and for him. Ask him if he wants to talk or if there is anything that you can do, but be sure you stress that your concern is coming from a caring place, and you are only there to be a friend. a word of advice: Don't accuse him of anything, don't push too hard. If he wants help, he will come to you when the time is right. If he is using, be aware of the potential dangers and try not to become a victim of his abuse. Addicts can and will steal, lie, borrow, sell whatever they need to in order to get what they want. If he asks you for money, do NOT give it to him. If he says it is for food or to pay a bill, buy or pay those things directly. Good luck! |
