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Intervention
01
the involvement in a difficult situation in order to improve it or prevent it from getting worse
Example
Timely intervention by the coach turned the team 's performance around.
The counselor 's intervention was key in improving communication within the team.
Effective intervention by the fire department contained the blaze before it spread.
02
(law) a proceeding that permits a person to enter into a lawsuit already in progress; admission of person not an original party to the suit so that person can protect some right or interest that is allegedly affected by the proceedings
03
a deliberate action or strategy implemented to aid in the recovery or treatment process, often involving support, therapy, or medical assistance
Example
Interventions may involve medication, therapy, or a combination of both.
Early intervention is key to preventing the progression of certain conditions.
Support groups offer valuable interventions for individuals recovering from addiction.
04
the act or fact of interposing one thing between or among others
05
a policy of intervening in the affairs of other countries
06
an action, treatment, or manipulation that is introduced by researchers to test its effects on variables of interest
Example
The intervention consisted of a dietary change aimed at reducing saturated fat intake among participants.
The intervention targeted at-risk youth and aimed to improve academic performance and reduce dropout rates.
The randomized controlled trial assessed the impact of a community-based intervention on smoking cessation rates.
Example
Timely intervention by the coach turned the team's performance around.
The counselor's intervention was key in improving communication within the team.
Effective intervention by the fire department contained the blaze before it spread.
The government called for international intervention to address the humanitarian crisis.
The teacher's intervention helped the struggling student improve their grades.
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