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We are proud to introduce the second edition of A New Direction. Hazelden's pioneering treatment program specifically for criminal justice professionals is now better than ever!

With a streamlined format, updated information, and an affordable price, this revised version of A New Direction is sure to make a positive impact in your residential substance abuse treatment program or with any of your law-involved clients.

A New Direction is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral therapy treatment program that trains chemically dependent offenders to challenge their thinking in order to change their criminal and addictive behavior patterns.

real inmates tell the real story about recovering from a life of addiction and crime
cognitive-behavioral approach helps inmates see how their attitudes and assumptions fuel destructive behaviors
modular structure allows for easy customization to meet individual, facility, and budget needs
can be wholly implemented as a new program or implemented in part to enhance your existing program
features built-in tools for measuring outcomes
provides framework for standardized treatment from facility to facility