A Study of the Personality Characteristics of Patients in Methadone Maintenance Programs

Author

Robert J. Zielinski, Nova Southeastern University

Date of Award

1972

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Department

College of Psychology

First Advisor

Wesley C. Westman

Second Advisor

Earl F. Hughes

Third Advisor

Doil D. Montgomery

Fourth Advisor

Marvin S. Rosenblatt

Abstract

Estimates of the number of heroin addicts in the United States vary between 200,000 and 500,000. Although differences of opinion exist as to the numbers of heroin addicts, there is little argument about the cost of supporting their addiction. Hundreds of millions of dollars are lost each year through criminal activities perpetrated to support addictions. No price can be assessed for the addict's misery, suffering, poor health, and even sometimes his untimely death.

NSUWorks Citation

Zielinski, R. J. (1972). A Study of the Personality Characteristics of Patients in Methadone Maintenance Programs. .
Available at: https://nsuworks.nova.edu/cps_stuetd/102