Hi ZoeG
I have no personal experience with drug use, but my partner is in recovery from cocaine abuse. So in my experience, I would say yes. It is possible not to use everyday and still be addicted.
It’s about not being able to stop or to be able to contemplate stopping, even when it’s damaging their life.
Cocaine is an evil drug which messes with your brain. It uses up all your dopamine, which makes it hard to find joy in things except using.
If I were you, I would talk to your partner about seeking help from AA or CA groups. See if he wants to get help now before it gets worse.
It’s a horrible and scary position to be in, because a lot of people think that they aren’t addicts because their life isn’t completely ruined. But that’s honestly the way it will be without intervention.
I hope this helps you, and keep coming on here as it has helped me feel less alone in this