Alcohol and drug interventions are ways of helping someone who has a problem with substance abuse. They involve a group of people who care about the person, such as family or friends, who confront them about their behaviour and urge them to seek treatment. Interventions can be planned or spontaneous and can occur in different settings, such as at home, at work, or in a public place. Interventions can also be guided by a professional interventionist who can help with the process and the follow-up.

Our goal of an intervention is to make the person realize how their substance use is affecting themselves and others and to motivate them to change. Interventions can be emotional and challenging, but they can also be life-saving. Research shows that interventions can increase the chances of someone entering and completing treatment and reduce the harm caused by substance abuse. However, interventions are not a guarantee of success, and they should be done with care and respect.