When a loved one falls prey to an addiction of drugs and alcohol, the repercussions are fatal not only to him/her but also to all those who care including friends and family. The best way to help the one you care about is by confronting them or as it is commonly known, holding an intervention. This can prove to be a difficult task especially as the person involved is dear to you. >
The best way to hold an intervention is by consulting and having at least one experienced professional in the group. This helps to guide the course of the intervention and achieve the desired results. The success rates of such meetings are higher with their presence, although it is not always possible to get professional help. >
When conducting an intervention at home without professional help, it is best to be prepared and remember the pain and grief it is causing you, as family and friends. It is also necessary to understand that the users are unaware of their addiction, the pain they cause and the position they put themselves in. The purpose of the intervention is to point out their addictions and their self-destructive actions. >
To have a successful intervention, ensure that you, as the interventionist, are in control. The person intervened may react differently from what you expect. This may be in anger or denying that a problem exists. He/she may even joke about the situation to get out, don't let this fool you as this is just an escape from reality like the addiction. >
The best time to hold an intervention is when the person is sober. It may be prove to be difficult, but this is when he/she will be able to understand you best. Simultaneously ensure that the time is convenient to you as well. The intervention can be successful only when it is continuous and there are no interruptions. Try and stay calm throughout the course of the intervention as screaming and raving isn't going to help anyone. >
Be specific in stating your problems with the addiction. This is the time to speak up and there is no need to hold back. You should openly talk about their addiction be it alcohol or drugs and the impact it has on them, their lives and the lives of their family and friends. If there are any recent issues that have been destructive, this would be a good time to mention it. Inform them about the consequences of their behavior. Again references from their recent actions can be used, relate this with their addiction and help them realize they have a problem.>
During the intervention don't forget to listen to the person and what he/she has to say. They may say they are willing to get help or ask questions on where and how they can get help. Here it is required for the intervening group to be attentive and also provide him/her with answers and help immediately. When conducting an intervention try and get a number of people who care to be present. This shows strength in numbers and also shows the person that there are many who really care. But make sure only one person is the appointed speaker as too many speakers will come across too strong, which can have a negative influence. >
The main aim of any intervention is to gain the person's acceptance of his/her addiction and their willingness to fight and take the step towards rehabilitation by agreeing to accept treatment. This should be the motivating factor that drives any intervention and also to ensure that the outcome of the exercise is as targeted and desired at the beginning. >
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Information on this page last updated on 06/10/2007