This can be highly emotional for all involved and requires planning and education about the process to improve chances of success.

STEP ONE

An initial meeting is set up with the principal members to discuss the problem and explain steps to be taken as well as determine participants and script preparation.

STEP TWO

The second meeting is with all participants and explains the process and a practice run at doing the intervention. As part of this meeting a treatment course will be determined. A date for further preparation or the actual intervention time and location is set.

STEP THREE

All participants are in attendance at least one hour before arrival of concerned individual. At this time any last concerns or preparation for any unforeseen outcomes are discussed.

Addicts in our lives show some of these behaviours; Withdraw socially, tardiness, moodiness, decrease in interests and hobbies, irritability, unreliable, unpredictable, financial problems, family problems, job losses, marital problems, isolating, increased accidents, increased negativity about work, criminal charges, chews gum or breath mints, improbable excuses, takes longer to do less, uneven work habits, missed deadlines, excessive sick days, irresponsible behaviour, missed birthdays or anniversaries, difficulty recalling mistakes, difficulty with instructions/procedures, violence, appearance slips, personal care slips,