Beat Addiction from Pekin, IL
Pekin is the thirteenth most populous city in Illinois, outside of the Chicago metro area. It is the county seat of Tazewell County and is a part of the Peoria metropolitan area.
Known as the "œMarigold Capital of the World," Pekin once tried to have the Marigold named as the national floral emblem. Today, the city has an annual Marigold Festival, which includes a parade, live music, art and crafts and the crowning of Miss Marigold. The city motto is appropriately "œCommunity' Opportunity' Home'," and Pekin certainly embodies all three well.
Even in this idyllic setting, the disease of addiction affects many people and claims far too many lives. Addiction is a disease of the mind and requires expert treatment to overcome its deadly symptoms.
How Can I Help My Loved One Stop Using?
The best way to encourage a loved one to stop using is to stage an intervention. An intervention is simply a conversation where the person is confronted about using and his or her subsequent behavior.
Many people with struggle with addiction also experience a considerable amount of denial about their using. They often truly believe that neither themselves or anyone else is being harmed by their using. The intervention serves as a great way to break through these barriers in perspective and belief and shows the person the situation from another's perspective.
Many people will continue using to the gates of insanity or death without outside help. Staging the intervention could very well be the difference between life and death for your loved one.
The help of a professional interventionist is often sought by those looking to get a loved one started on the road to recovery. A professional can help you prepare and execute the actual event, lending an influence of calm and formality that will help keep the conversation on track and productive.
If you or someone you love is struggling with substance abuse in Pekin, do not hesitate to get help. Addiction kills many Americans each year. Do not let yourself or your loved one become just another statistic. We can help. Give us a call today at (866) 578-7471 .
12-step programs prove the best way to treat the disease of addiction. Millions of people worldwide have overcome their addiction and found a better way to live with the help of these programs and 12-steps. You too can stop using and stay abstinent with the help of a local 12-step program, such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous. If you would like to live a better, happier and more fulfilling life, find a 12-step meeting in your area today and get started!
