SUD: Motivational-Educational-Experiential (MEE) Interactive Journal Series

Cognitive Program

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  Description

  The MEE Journal Series helps inmates learn about and work through problems related to substance use. It follows national standards like the DSM and ASAM guidelines. Each journal and guide gives structure for group or individual sessions while allowing staff to use their own skills and experience.

  The series includes these journals:

  • Getting Started
  • Substance Using Behaviors
  • Feelings
  • Anger
  • Self-Worth
  • Family and Other Relationships
  • Life Management
  • Coping Skills
  • Successful Living with Co-occurring Disorders
  • The Power of Self-Talk
  • Recovery Maintenance

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  Length of Program

  Each journal has 8 sessions.

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  Eligibility

  The MEE workbooks are required for inmates who: Have been referred to the Residential Illicit Drug Use Program (RIDUP), or Tested positive for fentanyl only and were referred to the Fentanyl Response Program (FRP).

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  Locations Available

  Disclaimer: Program availability is subject to change. For the most up to date offerings, please contact facilities or offices directly.

  • Coffeewood Correctional Center

  • Dillwyn Correctional Center

  • Greensville Correctional Center

  • Keen Mountain Correctional Center

  • Pocahontas State Correctional Center

  • River North Correctional Center

  • Wallens Ridge State Prison