Addiction Medicine Specialist Questions Drug addiction

Are drug interventions successful?

We noticed that my son has been using heroin, and we want to give him an intervention to help him see that he needs help. Are these successful? Is there anything you can recommend that will help us?

1 Answer

I'd be quite concerned about your son. Heroin is unbelievably addicting, and cravings to resume it last months after an addict stops using. So, it's vital to get professional help. Too many treatment programs are out to make a quick buck, so careful vetting of rehab programs is essential. An interventionist can help separate wheat from chaff, and looking for someone with an excellent reputation is key.