The article I chose explains how methamphetamine is used, what the drug's desired and negative effects are, and treatment that may be used in a correctional settings. Because meth users have problems due to brain dysfunction resulting from the use of the drug, they have to be taught and reinforced in a different manner. The idea that meth users' treatment programs have very poor effectiveness is being challenged. Having staff recognize some attitudes and behaviors from the user group is because of the brain damage and cognitive impairment. The meth user also has to learn how to deal with their impairments, and have more acceptable levels of program retention, aftercare programs, and less recidivism.
Redfield, P., Olson, D., Rawson, R., Knight, K., & Roberts, E. (2010). Designing a National Model Meth Program. Corrections Today, 72(4), 52. Retrieved from EBSCOhost.
It is pretty scary stuff when you realize the brain damage is similar to tramatic brain injury, and that it is self-administered!
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Redfield, P., Olson, D., Rawson, R., Knight, K., & Roberts, E. (2010). Designing a National Model Meth Program. Corrections Today, 72(4), 52. Retrieved from EBSCOhost.
It is pretty scary stuff when you realize the brain damage is similar to tramatic brain injury, and that it is self-administered!
Corrections Today, 72(4), 52. Retrieved from EBSCOhost.
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