My friend has SERIOUS problems... please help!?

Question

I've been friends with this guy since 5th grade, and now as we're in 9th grade, he's been having some problems. He cuts himself because he says he hates himself... I have tried talking to him about it, and have tried helping him, but nothing seems to work. He's starting to experiment with drugs and alcohol, and he's starting to have s*x. I want to help him, and he says he wants help too, but at times I don't believe him. Leaving him is not an option, as he's my best friend. I don't know how to help him without nagging him.

Please someone, help me!

Answer 1

It does not matter if you are catholic or not go to a minister or priest and talk to him about this problem and i am sure they can help you

Answer 2

there is nothing you can do for i hav a similar friend i like to call her poohbear she tried to stop me from using drugs and alcohol but i cant stop. i thank her for her support she is a good friend

Answer 3

ok.  you cant handle this by yourself, and you not believing that he want s help makes this worse.  you really need to tell someone.  he is your best friend and it's up to you!! i know you can do it! just go to a councelor.  if he doesnt want help, dont take him.  he does need it.  if it was me, id do anything to help my bestie!!  it sounds like you would do the same thing, so just get as much help for him as you can.  tell his parents in secret, and have them help.  its best they know.  i hope your bff will be ok!! good luck!!!

Answer 4

Be there for him as much as you can. That's the best you can do, and if you assure him that you love him (as a friend) the way he is, are really worried and scared for him (maybe you could mention subtly that it's hurting YOU). Try to get him to stop, or at least do things less.