Substance abuse treatment for offenders

It is estimated that at least 70% of prison inmates have a substance abuse problem warrenting treatment. Addressing the treatment needs of substance abusing offenders has been a challenge because no one treatment is appropriate for all individuals.

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Published in:Corrections Today 1997-07, Vol.59 (4), p.12
Main Author: Weekes, John R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Correctional institutions
Criminals
Drug abuse
Substance abuse treatment
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Summary:It is estimated that at least 70% of prison inmates have a substance abuse problem warrenting treatment. Addressing the treatment needs of substance abusing offenders has been a challenge because no one treatment is appropriate for all individuals.
ISSN:0190-2563
2163-2200