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Cognitive distortions in child molesters: theoretical and research developments over the past two decades
- Authors:
- GANNON Theresa A., WARD Tony, COLLIE Rachel
- Journal article citation:
- Aggression and Violent Behavior, 12(4), July 2007, pp.402-416.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Cognitive distortions have become an important focus for professionals working with child molesters since the early 1980s. In this paper, the authors describe and discuss both the theoretical and methodological developments of child molester's cognitive distortions that have evolved over the past two decades. The authors conclude that although theory and research development has been a little slow in this topic, several interesting theoretical and methodological developments have been made in recent years.
Characteristics of difficult-to-place youth in state custody: a profile of the Exceptional Care Pilot Project population
- Authors:
- ARMOUR Marilyn P., SCHWAB James
- Journal article citation:
- Child Welfare Journal, 86(3), May 2007, pp.71-96.
- Publisher:
- Child Welfare League of America
This study examines the characteristics of 43 young people in Texas designated as 'most difficult to place' recipients of service under the "Exceptional Care Pilot Project". Findings include high levels of comorbid psychiatric disturbance, physical and sexual maltreatment, and placement breakdowns. This initial profile of the population provides a base for helping to identify and plan for the needs of troubled young people.
The relationship between childhood abuse and adult suicidal behavior among rural former mental health patients
- Authors:
- RICHARDS Karen E., MOLINA Irma A.
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work, 4(1/2), 2007, pp.61-78.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Research on the relationship between adult suicidal behaviour and abuse in childhood is examined as the background to a study of historical data for 1999-2005 from an outpatient mental health centre in the rural USA. Suicidal ideation and attempts were found to be significantly correlated to all types of self-reported childhood abuse. Of the 200 patients, 24 reported mental abuse, 76 physical abuse and 83 sexual abuse. Adult suicide ideation was reported by 137 and adult suicide attempts by 137. The limitations of the study, such as the use of self-report data throughout, are noted and it is recommended that future studies should use validated, objective measures. However, the authors also advise that the taking of a psychosocial history, including childhood abuse, should be a routine part of assessing the risk factors for suicidality among clients of community mental health services.(Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
The influence of family environment on mental health need and service users among vulnerable children
- Authors:
- THOMPSON Richard, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Child Welfare Journal, 86(5), September 2007, pp.57-74.
- Publisher:
- Child Welfare League of America
Children in child welfare are especially likely to have unmet mental health needs. The role of family factors in children's use of mental health services was examined in a longitudinal sample of 1,075 maltreated or at-risk children in the US. Vulnerable family environment (poor family functioning, low social support, and caregivers psychological distress) was found to be an important predictor of children's mental health needs. It also predicts them not having these needs met.
Correlates of male and female juvenile offender abuse experiences
- Authors:
- DEMBO Richard, SCHMEIDLER James, CHILDS Kristina
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 16(3), 2007, pp.75-94.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
This study examines 315 young people processed at the Hillsborough County Juvenile Assessment Center in Florida on misdemeanour or felony charges between 1 September 1994 and 31 January 1998. They were categorised as physically or sexually abused if they reported abuse or had been referred to the juvenile court for abuse. Stepwise logistic regression shows that family problems, substance abuse by friends and involvement in delinquency were associated with both physical and sexual abuse, although there was only a marginally significant association with delinquency. In addition, physical abuse was associated with psychological problems and sexual victimisation with being female, being older and being a substance abuser. Research implications are discussed. (Copies of this article are available from: Haworth Document Delivery Centre, Haworth Press Inc., 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580).
Mental health needs of urban children
- Authors:
- MENNEN Ferol E., TRICKETT Penelope K.
- Journal article citation:
- Children and Youth Services Review, 29(9), September 2007, pp.1220-1234.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
The study goals were to determine the need for mental health services and the factors that best predicted receipt of services in a sample of urban, primarily minority children. A sample of 339 children and their caretakers (220 maltreated and 109 comparison) completed multiple measures of functioning and service use. The analysis found significantly different rates of needs and services in the two groups. While 55.3% of the maltreated children met the need for services, only 26.6% of the comparison children did. In the maltreated group, 62.2% of those meeting the need received services while 0% of the comparison children did. The logistic regression analysis found that being a child welfare client was the best predictor of receiving services. Also predicting service receipt was the relationship of the caretaker to the child (with relative caregivers more likely to receive services than biological parents) and the Total Problem score on the Child Behavior Checklist. Race/ethnicity did not predict service receipt. Type of abuse was not a predictor. Implications of the findings are discussed.
Helping a 'lost child' regain self-worth
- Author:
- -
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 16.8.07, 2007, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
After a catastrophic early history of neglect and abuse, a child is then pushed over the edge by the death of his only sibling, and then placed in secure psychiatric care. A practice panel give their views on how to handle the case.
Incidence and predictors of mental ill-health in adults with intellectual disabilities: prospective study
- Authors:
- SMILEY E., et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 191(10), October 2007, pp.313-319.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
The point prevalence of mental ill-health among adults with intellectual disabilities is 40.9%, but its incidence is unknown. The aim was to determine the incidence and possible predictors of mental ill-health. Prospective cohort study to measure mental ill-health in adults with mild to profound intellectual disabilities. Cohort retention was 70% (n=651). The 2-year incidence of mental ill-health was 16.3% (12.6% excluding problem behaviours, and 4.6% for problem behaviours) and the standardised incidence ratio was 1.87 (95% CI1.51–2.28). Factors related to incident mental ill-health have some similarities with those in the general population, but also important differences. Type of accommodation and support, previous mental ill-health, urinary incontinence, not having impaired mobility, more severe intellectual disabilities, adult abuse, parental divorce in childhood and preceding life events predicted incident ill-health; however, deprivation, other childhood abuse or adversity, daytime occupation, and marital and smoking status did not. This is a first step towards intervention trials, and identifying subpopulations for more proactive measures. Public health strategy and policy that is appropriate for this population should be developed.