Convincing a loved one to enter a drug abuse center can be challenging. When a loved one is in active addiction it can be an extremely hard time for friends and family members. Feelings of helplessness can wreak havoc on your own life, as a loved one’s life spirals out of control. Thinking about how to get that loved one into treatment—often times against their will—can seem daunting and overwhelming. It is important to remember that you’re not responsible for their addiction and to come from a place of love and understanding when trying to help.
Most people who are suffering from addiction are unable to stop on their own. They almost always need a push in the right direction from family or friends. However, convincing a loved one who is addicted can be extremely difficult. People with drug addiction and substance use disorder tend to be in denial. It can feel to them like they are going to lose control of their lives or they may worry about social embarrassment. Needing addiction treatment is at odds with the idea of self-reliance, making someone with substance use disorder feel weak. Facing consequences can also be a scary prospect for an addicted person.
When it comes down to it, there are certain steps to take when attempting to get a loved one into a treatment program at a drug abuse center.
The first step in getting someone help is to recognize when drugs or alcohol have become a problem in their life. What’s easy to see from a sober perspective can sometimes be impossible to see from the perspective of an addict. To determine if your loved one has a problem with drugs or alcohol look for some of the many warning signs. Some of these include problems at home, work, or school, changes in behavior, as well as displaying risky behaviors.
You may want to gently explore the idea of drug rehab or alcohol rehab with your loved one. This is to gauge what to expect later on when actually suggesting it. If they agree to get help for their substance abuse, take the next step and call us at (888) 559-5109. If they are combative and resistant, it may be time to hire a professional interventionist for help.
Finding the right drug abuse center can often feel quite intimidating. We all want the best for our loved ones. With such a large selection of rehab centers, we want to make sure we choose someplace that is reputable and accredited. It is also important to make sure they offer the right treatment options for your loved one.
Royal Life Centers offers a multi-accredited, holistic program that treats addiction from all angles. We focus on the well being and mental health of each one of our guests, with a personalized approach to treatment. We’ve helped a countless number of people get clean and sober, and continue to recover.
At this point, you should begin planning an intervention. Involve family and friends, and have them prepared to confront their loved one. When talking with your loved one, make sure they feel loved and supported at all times. This is vital in getting them to take their recovery seriously. It’s a good idea to have whatever you would like to say written down. However, knowing the right things to say can be tricky. For this reason, you may want to hire a professional interventionist. Emotions can run high during an intervention and it’s incredibly easy to get lost in these feelings. An interventionist keeps the focus on getting your loved one help.
Having a treatment center lined up beforehand is the best way to get someone into treatment. This way they can enter directly into the drug abuse center following the intervention. Getting them out of immediate danger can mean the difference between life and death.
Once your loved one has entered a treatment facility, continued support is important to their well-being. Putting a loved one in treatment can sometimes feel like punishment for them. It’s important to let them know that you are proud of them and believe in them. This can make a big difference in their treatment and recovery.
While your loved one is in a drug treatment center, you should begin to plan aftercare. Aftercare doesn’t just mean for them either. An important part of their successful recovery includes taking your own steps in maintaining a healthy relationship. Support groups such as Al-Anon, Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Codependents Anonymous, and Celebrate Recovery, are all wonderful resources for family and friends.
It’s sometimes said that recovery can’t begin until you hit rock bottom. This is false. Recovery is available for anyone who wants it. Planting the seed of recovery, regardless of someones desire to get sober, can create a permanent impression.
Royal Life Centers admissions staff is available 24/7 to make planning treatment for a loved one easy. Call us at (877)-RECOVERY or (888) 559-5109 today, and take the first step for a better tomorrow.
