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Inmate (Program Participant) Interview Form: DOC-Temple Research Partnership
Name of Researcher:
Date of Visit:
Institution:
Name of Program Inmate Participates In:
[Note: This interview is program specific]
Researchers: Thank the inmate for hidher time. The interview should last about halfan
hour. Purpose: Interviews with participants attempt to describe treatment programming.
The participation of inmates in the research will allow us to accurately describe D & A
programming fiom the inmate's point of view and help us determine which types of
programs work best for which types of people under which conditions.
1. How long have you been participating in this program? Are there different
"phases"? (If so, which phase are you in now?).
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2. How did you first hear about this program, and what (ifanything) did you need to
do to get into the program (e.g., get a referral? fill out an application? get interviewed
by staff or inmates in the program?)
3. How long did you have to wait to get into this program?
4. Why did you want to participate in this program?
5. Could you describe a typical day in this program? For example, what kinds of
activities or treatment methods are used most often: lecture, video, written
assignments, individual counseling, peer-led group discussion, or staff-led group
discussion? (See survey Q#18).
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6. What kinds of issues (content) are addressed in this program? (e.g., impacts of drug
use, problem solving skills, relapse prevention, etc.). Could you give one or two
examples? (see survey Q#19)
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This document is a research report submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice. This report has not
been published by the Department. Opinions or points of view expressed are those of the author(s)
and do not necessarily reflect the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.