Mike:: Let's go get a coke. I gotta have some caffeine.

Susan: How many cokes have you had today?

Mike: This is my third. I have 3 or 4 cokes everyday. I'm a Coke addict..

Susan: You should really try to cut down.

Mike: Why? I love it. Okay. I admit it. I'm hooked on caffeine..

Susan: It's not just the caffeine, but the amount of sugar that's in soft drinks. All that sugar and caffeine can't be good for you.

Mike: Oh, I know it. But I just can't stop. I've had this caffeine habit for years.

Susan: Have you ever tried to cut down?

Mike: Actually I have. If I go a day without a coke my body gets shaky and I feel tense.

Susan: It sounds like you've got a real problem. But you're not alone. Have you ever gone to a doctor or tried to get help?

Mike: I never have. I've thought about it, but just haven't taken the time.

Susan: What are you doing after work? I'll take you to a place that can help you.

Mike: You sure seem to know a lot about addictive habits.

Susan: I do. I used to drink 5 cokes a day myself!

Mike: Hey, I appreciate you helping me. I really do.

Susan: No problem. That's what friends are for.