1. (a) An IDIP or WIDIP shall conduct a group orientation in the first session of the program to inform the clients of the following:

   1. (1) The rules of the program;
   2. (2) Expectations of both the provider and the client;
   3. (3) The current NH DWI laws and the requirements and procedures for successful completion of the IDIP or WIDIP and license reinstatement;
   4. (4) The rules contained in He-A 700 that require the client’s compliance; and
   5. (5) What failure to complete the program means.

2. (b) An IDIP or WIDIP shall offer sessions featuring group discussions regarding:

   1. (1) Physiological and medical effects of toxic substances on the body;
   2. (2) Psychosocial effects of alcohol and drug use and abuse, focusing on consumption;
   3. (3) Identification of drinking and impaired driving behaviors and patterns as related to alcohol and other drug use;
   4. (4) The impact of psychological defense mechanisms;
   5. (5) The impact of substance abuse on the family; and
   6. (6) Social and personal attitudes toward substance use and abuse.
3. (c) During group sessions, instructors shall emphasize group process and self-awareness.
4. (d) During group sessions, instructors shall facilitate group discussions and interactions regarding each client’s description of his or her DWI incident.
5. (e) At least one group session shall discuss the effects of substance abuse on employment and available treatment options.
6. (f) During one group session, the topic of children of alcoholics shall be discussed.

Source. #6653, EMERGENCY, eff 12-12-97, EXPIRED 4-11-98 New. #6753, eff 5-20-98; ss by #8624, INTERIM, eff 5-20-06, EXPIRES: 11-16-06; ss by #8749, eff 11-16-06