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Shows a 94% success rate in ending criminal activity among heroin addicts, indicating effective rehabilitation strategies.
A four year trial of methadone blockade treatment has shown 94% success in ending the criminal activity of former heroin addicts. The majority of these patients are now productively employed, living as responsible citizens, and supporting families. The results show unequivocally that criminal addicts can be rehabilitated by a well-supervised maintenance program.
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