My friend took drugs once - will they become an addict?

The chance of getting hooked after taking drugs only once is extremely low.

People who are addicted/dependent usually:

• Have taken the drug regularly
• Continue to need a regular supply of it
• Have not been able successfully to cut down or stop
• Will do things they normally wouldn't do to get the drug (such as committing crimes like stealing, running up debts or buying medicines from multiple chemists).

Sometimes people who are addicted or dependent don’t believe they are or won’t admit it. So, if you think your friend has a problem and you want to help them, think about how you're going to approach the topic and what you’re going to say. It could be a sensitive subject for them and you don’t what to put them off. They may not listen to you at first – but don’t let this put you off.