Drug abuse treatment in prisons and jails

Acknowledging the fact that the criminal justice system is currently awash with drug abusers and that prison drug abuse treatment has had a varied history in the United States, this article explores possible directions for the future of drug abuse treatment in prisons and jails. The current status of drug abuse treatment is reviewed, and selected treatment approaches are high-lighted. In addition, evaluation issues are presented, and special issues are reviewed including case management, community follow-up, and methodological considerations. Finally, recommendations are suggested for treatment, research, evaluation, demonstrations, management information, community linkage, training, and technical assistance.