If you have someone your family or a friend who is
struggling with cocaine addiction, it is only natural to want to help that person conquer their addiction. But that is not an easy task. It is normal to feel awkward or apprehensive about approaching the person. The biggest dilemma is that the cocaine addict will often deny there is a problem, or become angry or violent at your for bringing up the subject. The last person in the room to realize there is a problem is the person with the problem.
Intervention is never easy. Despite your good intentions, most of the time intervention is not welcomed with open arms. The mere suggestion of entering an addiction treatment program often sends the addict into a tailspin. It is important to always be firm but loving with your family member or friend. Constant reassurance is critical in steering the
cocaine addict into a treatment program that will help them restore their life once again.
People who are addicted to cocaine are, more often than not, oblivious to the damage their disease is taking not only on their life, but on the lives of the people who love them.
Cocaine addiction is a powerful disease. Simply telling your loved one or friend that you are worried about their health is not sufficient to jolt that person into wanting to enter a treatment program. It is not that easy, but intervention is a necessary step in helping your loved one get clean and sober.
It is difficult to be the messenger, but if your desire to help change their addictive behavior and reshape their life outweighs your apprehension, then take the responsibility. The intervention will be difficult, but it can ultimately make a huge difference in someone else's life. And that can be the best feeling in the world.
