On the off-chance someone will know:

[trace_of_scarlet]

I was wondering: someone is a recovering painkiller addict. They've been clean for a while and they go to Narcotics Anonymous meetings. Would they also tend to stay away from other addictive substances, even those that they've never had a problem with? Specifically, would they not have an alcoholic drink in a pub with friends?

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[plum177.livejournal.com]

Since we're talking about Reid, although I don't think it's stated in canon, I'm not sure he would drink again in the aftermath of the dilaudid addiction.

He's smart, he knows all the statistics and he'd be sensible enough and probably scared enough by the prospect not to take the risk of developing another addiction by degrees. Also I think Penny would get all of this and help him along. If ever there was anyone who could have masses of fun without the aid of any alcohol whatsoever, it's Penelope Garcia. :D

Of course I have nothing practical to back any of this up, but it makes sense in my head. Hope it helps. :) I might try and keep an eye out for dear Spencer, I haven't done any RPing in ages. I miss it.

[bethan-b-bad.livejournal.com]

Yeah, the more I think about it, I can't see Reid drinking very much even before the addiction.

You should come back! I am in crackchat at this very moment.

And speaking of Reid, did you see my WAAAAUGH MUST FIX IT!tinyReid ficlet from a post or two ago?