Chances are, you've seen, or at least heard of, the A&E TV show called "Interventions." The host chronicles drug addicted teens, kids who have turned to prostitution, sufferers of bulimia, compulsive shoppers, self mutilators, gambling addicts, plastic surgery junkies and anorexics, as well as the plight of the family members and friends trying to save them. At first, those called in for the intervention program usually react with surprise, anger and resentment, but over time many of these individuals are cured. You don't have to call a TV station to seek help for a friend or family member who is suffering. If you've tried to persuade the person to no avail already, then don't be afraid to turn to crisis intervention services for assistance.

The most common type of intervention programs are for drug and alcohol abuse. It is nearly impossible for a chemically dependent person to step outside of his or her addiction and begin living a healthy life, without either hitting rock bottom or becoming far-removed from stress factors. With the help of an intervention specialist and support from loved ones, alcohol and drug interventions can be seen as "a new beginning" and gives the individual the "excuse" he or she needs to break free from controlling substances.

The success rate of substance abuse interventions is said to be around 90%. The abusers will learn more about the pain they've inflicted on their loved ones through family counseling. In a group setting, substance abusers can identify with others and understand that they are not alone, which will set the groundwork for self-esteem to grow. During one-on-one counseling sessions, the intervention plan is to identify obstacles to happiness, unearth the source of pain leading to the drug abuse or alcoholism, decide upon reasonable goals and develop healthy coping skills.

A sexual abuse intervention program is a vital resource for children and adults to get past feelings of guilt, fear, contempt, helplessness, regret, low self esteem, distrust and callousness. For children, there is usually a family intervention to help everyone cope. A six to eight week crisis intervention agenda will allow a psychosocial assessment and an initial briefing for families and kids. Ongoing treatment helps individuals strengthen interpersonal boundaries, become more self-assertive, enhance communication skills and develop a clear sense of traditional family roles. For young children, play therapy may be helpful, while older victims sometimes find group therapy empowering. For the sex offenders themselves, there are many intervention services, including at-home family therapy, weekly group therapy, parent support groups, individual counseling, family reunification and services to help members transition back into society.

People deal with trauma differently, so it can be difficult to identify when someone needs help. However, a brief intervention is generally recommended for people who have undergone a particularly traumatic experience, such as rape, assault, robbery, a fire, an accident, suicide attempt, or someone suffering with the death of a loved one. At an intervention program like those offered by TIP (the Trauma Intervention Program), short-term and ongoing assistance is offered. Assistants can provide emotional support, arrange for shelter, food, clothing or transportation, notify family and friends, serve as an intermediary between the victims and hospital authorities, help arrange follow-up services and answer questions. It's important to see a counselor following a traumatic event, even if you feel alright, because repressed emotions can sometimes cause unanticipated effects that reverberate through every aspect of our lives.

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