For Friends
Do you have a friend who just doesn’t seem to be themselves? Something about them has changed, and you’re wondering what’s going on for them? Explore this section for tips on how to support a friend going through a tough time.
Concerned About a Friend’s Alcohol or Substance Use?
Concerned About a Friend’s Alcohol or Substance Use?
In this section, you’ll find some helpful tips on how to support a friend if you're concerned about their substance use.
July 15 2025
Mental health challenges can include problems with alcohol, drugs or other substances. Sometimes alcohol or substance use is a way to cope with troubling thoughts and feelings. Other times, it may start out as a way of having fun or socializing with friends, but develop into a need to continue and start to interfere with daily life.
In this section, you’ll find some helpful tips on how to support a friend if you’re concerned about their alcohol or substance use.
This content was written by our partners at BC Children’s Hospital’s Health Promotion and Health Literacy team, in collaboration with BC youth and clinicians.