What is a primary goal of crisis intervention?

The primary goal of crisis intervention is to stabilize and relieve emotional distress. During a crisis, individuals often experience overwhelming feelings and thoughts that can impair their ability to function. The focus of crisis intervention is to provide immediate support and assistance to help individuals regain control and a sense of safety. This involves acknowledging their feelings, providing support, and implementing strategies to manage their symptoms effectively.

Establishing long-term therapy, while important in the context of ongoing mental health treatment, is not the immediate focus during a crisis. The urgency of a crisis requires rapid and effective interventions that prioritize immediate relief over long-term planning.

Promoting preventive measures is generally a longer-term strategy aimed at reducing the likelihood of future crises, rather than addressing the immediate emotional distress caused by a current crisis. Similarly, facilitating court proceedings may be relevant in certain contexts but is not a standard objective of crisis intervention itself. Instead, the priority is on addressing the acute emotional issues faced by the individual at that moment.