While there are several intervention models to choose from, most typically employ a loving approach whereby the intervention team members relate the importance of their relationship to the addict, fond memories, and recent addictive behavior that has concerned them. Ultimately, the reality of addiction is brought to center stage ...
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In answering this question, the first thing that should have been obtained is an assessment of the individual who is suffering from drug or alcohol addiction. Contact a physician, addiction treatment facility, substance abuse therapist, drug counselor or an interventionist. They will want to collect a detailed history ...
This is a fairly typical comment I hear during interventions. If the alcoholic/addict is at the point where they recognize that a problem exists, but balk at the prospect of a thirty day treatment plan they will oftentimes look for other options. The alternatives may be in the ...
This past weekend I had the opportunity to participate in an intervention. This was somewhat of a departure from my norm. As an interventionist, I'm the person who directs the intervention. From the initial assessment, pre intervention meetings, intervention and follow up, I'm the point guy.
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One of the many things I enjoy about intervention work is the fact that oftentimes it is flat out unpredictable. There is never a dull moment. I am the type of person that focuses on preparation. I spend quite a bit of time with the family educating, ...