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Probation practice and addiction management: A case study of the Dolj Probation Service

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  • Cristina Ilie

    (University of Craiova, Faculty of Social Sciences, Craiova, Romania)

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This study examines probation practice and addiction management within the Dolj Probation Service (Romania) using a mixed-method case study design. Data were collected through statistical analysis of active cases (n = 2544), document analysis of seven “My choice” relapse-prevention programs, a survey of all probation counselors (n = 32), and an illustrative case study. Results indicate that 50.07% of supervised cases involve offences related to alcohol or drug use. Although only a limited number of individuals have formal diagnoses, probation counselors estimate a substantially higher prevalence of substance use disorders (13.31%). The “My choice” program showed high effectiveness and user satisfaction, while counselors reported limited confidence in identifying addiction and emphasized the need for additional assessment tools and specialized training. The findings highlight a gap between addiction-related needs and formal recognition within probation practice, underscoring the importance of standardized screening, enhanced professional training and stronger community-based interventions.

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  • Cristina Ilie, 2025. " Probation practice and addiction management: A case study of the Dolj Probation Service," Sociology and Social Work Review, International Society for projects in Education and Research, vol. 9(2), pages 72-86, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:edr:sswrgl:v:9:y:2025:i:2:p:72-86
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    1. Cristina Ilie, 2023. " Challenges of the probation counselors in supervising criminally convicted persons working abroad," Sociology and Social Work Review, International Society for projects in Education and Research, vol. 7(2), pages 100-111, December.
    2. Cristina Ilie & Costel Marian Ionașcu & Andreea Mihaela Niță, 2025. "Mapping Occupational Stress and Burnout in the Probation System: A Quantitative Approach," Societies, MDPI, vol. 15(9), pages 1-34, August.
    3. Cristina Ilie, 2024. "The profile of Romanian emigrants under the supervision of Dolj county probation service," Sociology and Social Work Review, International Society for projects in Education and Research, vol. 8(1), pages 6-18, June.
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    • K14 - Law and Economics - - Basic Areas of Law - - - Criminal Law
    • K42 - Law and Economics - - Legal Procedure, the Legal System, and Illegal Behavior - - - Illegal Behavior and the Enforcement of Law

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