When and How to Conduct an Intervention

When to Conduct an Intervention

If you are concerned that someone you know is displaying symptoms of alcoholism, drug addiction, or other compulsory behaviors don’t wait to get them help. Confront the individual about their actions in an encouraging and supportive manner. Jumping to conclusions and attacking the individual will do more damage then good, so be calm and collected when you decide to have the conversation. This brief intervention might be successful and might make the individual realize they need help. If the conversation is not successful, consider consulting with a professional interventionist who can help you plan and stage a proper intervention. While you may be afraid to ruin your relationship with the individual, over time they will begin to understand that you were only helping them. Remember, the ultimate goal is to protect their safety. If you aren’t sure whether an intervention is necessary then take this online assessment.

How to Conduct a Drug and Alcohol Intervention

As mentioned before, it is extremely important to be non-judgmental and encouraging. The individual must know that they have a support system behind them. The goal of a drug and alcohol intervention is to help the individual acknowledge their behavior and recognize that they need professional help. Therefore, it is important to first research various drug and alcohol treatment programs and find one that suits the individual. The hope is that by the end of the intervention, the individual will be ready to commit themselves to recovery and will be willing to participate in a treatment program.

When a Crisis Intervention is Necessary

For some individuals, a traumatic event can offset post-traumatic stress disorder. A crisis intervention aims to aid the individual through the crisis and confront what happened to them. A crisis intervention involves more psychological aid and should be conducted immediately in order to make certain that they are safe.