Addiction recovery is a long, hard battle for both the person fighting the disease and his loved ones. In fact, the first step in the journey toward recovery is often initiated by the addict's loved ones - in the form of an intervention. If successfully orchestrated, the intervention will lead to the addict receiving the help he so desperately needs.
Preparing for an Intervention
An intervention should be performed as soon as possible in order to help an addict recover from his disease. Friends and family should never wait until the addict reaches rock bottom. By then, it may be too late. The devastating effects of addiction, such as financial ruin, loss of family and even imprisonment may have already taken hold of the addict's life. The sooner the intervention occurs, the more pain and suffering can be avoided.
