by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Mar 23, 2020 | Intervention
The novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. The virus is not the same as the coronavirus that causes mild illness, like the common cold. COVID-19 is an infectious disease caused by the most recently discovered coronavirus. The...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Mar 16, 2020 | Intervention
During the worst of the opioid epidemic, most states were keeping a close eye on opioid overdose deaths. However, alongside the opioid problem, stimulant drugs like cocaine/crack cocaine are causing surges in overdose deaths among users. According to the Centers...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Feb 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
Early intervention identifies the underlying issues and triggers, which allow addiction to flourish and takes measures to prevent its growth. Intervening early assists with establishing healthy coping skills, a sense of confidence and self-worth, which minimizes the...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Jan 7, 2020 | Intervention
Finding and contacting a professional interventionist who lives and works in your area is not always possible. Locating a certified interventionist in your city or state may involve broadening or expanding your search to include out-of-state experts. Most addiction...
by Robert "Bobby" Newman, CIP, ICPS, ICDAC | Jan 7, 2020 | Intervention
Family intervention saves lives, and a professional interventionist is dedicated to ensuring this happens. Any form of family intervention services is the starting point of ending the cycle of addiction and beginning the healing process for everyone connected to the...
