ΠΡΟΚΛΗΣΕΙΣ ΕΠΑΝΕΝΤΑΞΗΣ ΦΥΛΑΚΙΣΜΕΝΩΝ ΧΡΗΣΤΩΝ ΕΞΑΡΤΗΣΙΟΓΟΝΩΝ ΟΥΣΙΩΝ ΣΤΗΝ ΚΟΙΝΟΤΗΤΑ: ΥΦΙΣΤΑΜΕΝΕΣ ΔΟΜΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΕΣ ΚΑΙ ΠΡΟΤΑΣΕΙΣ ΒΕΛΤΙΩΣΗΣ

Abstract

This study, based on a literature review, addresses the issue of substance dependence in the specific population of inmates in correctional facilities, the challenges of the process of their reintegration into the community, as well as the legal framework, relevant research programs, and especially the treatment and/or psychosocial rehabilitation programs implemented in the country towards this direction. In the context of this study, examples of good practice are further explored, highlighting three practices - means of promoting the reintegration of prisoners with addiction problems applied by the international community: a) Drug Courts, b) alternative programs within prisons and c) measures to reduce the supply of addictive substances within correctional facilities. The practical usefulness of analyzing these issues is based on the fact that the reintegration of this specific group into the community, combined with the personal benefits for the individuals themselves, is directly related to public health and the reduction of crime and social cohesion. For this reason, the study concludes with the research on how its findings can ultimately improve the Greek situation, through the solution of existing problems and the adoption of new tools and practices. Finally, the investigation of this issue contributes to the emergence of the relevant research gap, as the population of drug addicts in prisons has not yet been studied in depth in the country, so that appropriate treatment and reintegration policies can be drawn up.