Intervention

Additional Resources

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:43:29 -0600

All additional resources are listed in alphabetical order, with descriptions.

Inhalant Intervention

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:40:48 -0600

Intervention for inhalants is much like other substance abuse intervention strategies. The difference with inhalants is that the drug is easily obtained and because of such, is often used by young people who don’t realize the danger. From the perceived benign use of whipping cream canisters, to the obvious of inhaling automotive exhaust. They effects of inhalants are inseparable from nerve and organ damage, however, most at risk are children engaged in simple tasks such as mowing the lawn or building crafts that require the use of mineral spirits, lacquers, solvents and/or gl

Marijuana Intervention

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:40:17 -0600

Marijuana intervention begins with a correct diagnosis. This is a key first step in dealing with an individual’s addiction to marijuana.

Methamphetamine Intervention

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:39:27 -0600

Intervention for methamphetamine begins with first being aware of methamphetamine effect and symptoms.

Methamphetamine users can be identified by the following:

Tobacco-Alcohol Intervention

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:36:54 -0600

Tobacco-Alcohol Intervention happens at different times for different people. It is known that the sooner the problem is addressed the greater likelihood of success.

Tobacco users who are older usually know that smoking can damage their lungs. Users that are in their teens, however, may have heard that warning but perhaps do not understand the significance. It is important to express concern and then to assess the user's readiness to quit. If the user is open to quitting , advise them to do the following:

Intervention and Substance Abuse

jwilliams — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 12:34:14 -0600

Intervention is a deliberate process that usually involves a person or several people approaching a person involved in some type of self-destructive behavior. The intent is to share concerns about the person’s welfare and encourage them to seek help. The overall objective of an intervention is to begin to relieve the suffering caused by a self-destructive behavior – the suffering of the person engaged in the behavior as well as the suffering of family and friends.