The context of the following conversation is Casey felt like talking to their friend. Their friend needed a lot of extra attention.:
Casey says My friend is going through hard times. I think I should talk to him..
The friend responds He probably could use some extra attention. What's going on?.
Casey responds He's strung out and got thrown out by his girlfriend again..
The friend responds Is he homeless again?.
Casey responds Yes once again. He can't kick his habit. I am afraid I'll find him dead one day..
The friend responds It's hard to be friends with someone like that..