A close friend confides they are struggling with addiction and asks me for money to 'tide them over,' but I suspect they will use it to fuel their habit; do I give them the money or refuse?

Christer Rønningen

Christer Rønningen

Give money directly15 votes (31%)
Refuse, offer help16 votes (33%)
Give money for essentials7 votes (15%)
Seek family intervention10 votes (21%)

48 votes total • Created 2/4/2026

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A close friend confides they are struggling with addiction and asks me for money to 'tide them over,' but I suspect they will use it to fuel their habit; do I give them the money or refuse? | asQkme