Alcoholism in the caseloads of probation and parole officers throughout the country presents many problems. This article directs attention to the need for probation and parole officers to be informed and knowledgeable. Suggestions are made as to the use of constructive coercion, group counseling within the officer's base of operation, the enlisting of the cooperation of Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon and Alateen, as well as other helping agencies within the community.
Get full access to this article
View all access options for this article.
References
1.
First Special Report to the U. S. Congress on Alcohol and Health. Report from the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. Washington D.C.: HEW, 1971.
2.
New Jersey State Department of Health. Our health. New Jersey: Author, 1974.
3.
Second Special Report to the U. S. Congress on Alcohol and Health. Report from the Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare. Washington, D. C.: HEW, 1974.
4.
Task Force on Drunkenness. The President's commission on law enforcement and the administration of justice. Washington, D. C.: Author, 1967.
5.
U. S. Department of Transportation. Alcohol and alcohol safety curriculum manual. Washington D. C.: Author, 1972.
