How to Help a Loved One Who Refuses Treatment: A Guide to Effective Intervention

Watching a loved one struggle with addiction or untreated mental health issues while refusing help is heartbreaking. Denial, fear, and shame often keep them from accepting treatment, leaving families feeling helpless. But intervention can be a turning point—when done the right way. In this blog, we explore why people resist treatment, how to plan an effective intervention, and what to do if they say no.