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Drug use and criminality among unaccompanied refugee minors: a review of the literature
- Authors:
- IVERT Anna-Karin, MAGNUSSON Mia-Maria
- Journal article citation:
- International Journal of Migration Health and Social Care, 16(1), 2020, pp.93-107.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Organisations working with children have acknowledged that unaccompanied refugee minors (URM) across Europe are exposed to environments and situations that put them at risk for becoming addicted to drugs or becoming involved in crime. The purpose of this paper is to study an examination of existing international research concerning URM and of whether, and if so how, issues relating to drug use and criminality among these children are discussed in the international literature. Design/methodology/approach: A literature review was conducted using PsycINFO, PubMed, Sociological abstracts and ERIC databases, which together cover the social and behavioural science and also medicine. Findings: Findings from the present review show that the issues of drug abuse and criminality among URM are rarely acknowledged in the international research literature. When the occurrence of substance abuse and/or criminality is discussed, it is often in relation to mental health problems and in terms of self-medication, i.e. that alcohol or drugs are used by the URM to cope with painful experiences or mental health problems, and also with the challenges of integrating into a new society, difficulties finding work, unsuitable living conditions and a lack of social support. Originality/value: This review shows that several researchers have emphasised that untreated mental health problems, stressful living conditions and a lack of support and control might put these children at risk for substance abuse and criminality, and this suggests a need for further research in this area. (Publisher abstract)
Overcrowding in prison
- Author:
- REVOLVING DOORS AGENCY
- Publisher:
- Revolving Doors Agency
- Publication year:
- 2003
- Pagination:
- 7p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Causes of crime include mental health problems, homelessness, drug dependency and histories of abuse combined with poverty and an absence of support. Prison overcrowding aggravates these problems and disrupts the support offered to vulnerable prisoners. This report argues that to get tough on the causes it is necessary get tough on overcrowding.
Mental disorders and criminal behaviour
- Authors:
- MODESTIN Jiri, AMMANN Roland
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Psychiatry, 166, May 1995, pp.667-675.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
The study, performed at the Psychiatric University Hospital of Berne looked at the relationship between mental disorders and criminal behaviour. It was concluded from the results that alcoholism and drug abuse contribute significantly to criminal behaviour, independent of sociodemographic factors; however, with a few exceptions, mental disorders such as schizophrenia and affective disorders do not contribute to criminal behaviour.
A survey of intellectual disabilities amongst men on remand in prison
- Authors:
- MURPHY Glynis H., HARNETT Hedley, HOLLAND Anthony J.
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Handicap Research, 8(2), 1995, pp.81-98.
- Publisher:
- BIMH Publications
Men detained in a South London prison on remand were screened for intellectual disabilities (mental handicap) over a three-month period. It is concluded that men with intellectual disabilities were not over-represented in prison but that there were a number of men close to the disability range who were psychologically very vulnerable.
Dual diagnosis of mental disorder and substance misuse
- Author:
- MCMURRAN Mary
- Publisher:
- NHS National Programme on Forensic Mental Health Research and Development
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 32p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- Liverpool
Substance misuse that is comorbid with mental disorder may increase the risk of crime, and militate against effective treatment. It is therefore important that forensic mental health professionals understand the assessment and treatment of both substance misuse and mental disorder. Since mentally disordered offenders may be detained under classifications of personality (psychopathic) disorder, mental illness, and learning disability (mental impairment / severe mental impairment), all three disorders are addressed, and this paper is structured accordingly. Substance misuse includes intoxication, problematic use, and dependence, all of which are relevant to criminal behaviour, and the focus is on crimes related to the ingestion of substances.
Physical punishment/maltreatment during childhood and adjustment in young adulthood
- Authors:
- FERGUSSON David M., LYNSKEY Michael T.
- Journal article citation:
- Child Abuse and Neglect, 21(7), July 1997, pp.617-630.
- Publisher:
- Elsevier
Reports on a study of the relationships between retrospective reports of physical punishment/maltreatment and rates of adjustment difficulties at age 18 in a birth cohort of New Zealand subjects. Data were gathered over the course of an 18 year longitudinal study of a birth cohort of New Zealand born children. At age 18 retrospective reports of exposure to physical punishment/maltreatment were obtained. At this time the cohort was also assessed on measures of psychosocial adjustment including juvenile offending, substance abuse behaviours, and psychiatric disorder. Leads to three major conclusions: (1) Those exposed to harsh or abusive treatment during childhood are an at-risk population for juvenile offending, substance abuse, and mental health problems; (2) Much of this elevated risk arises from the social context within which harsh or abusive treatment occurs: (3) Nonetheless, exposure to abuse appears to increase risks of involvement in violent behaviour and alcohol abuse.
Probation practice
- Authors:
- JONES Alison, et al
- Publisher:
- Pitman
- Publication year:
- 1995
- Pagination:
- 173p.,bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
Deals with the day-to-day work of probation officers. Addresses issues of working with offenders involved in drug and alcohol abuse, those with mental health problems, violent offenders and sex offenders. Offers theoretical perspectives and practical strategies to maximise effectiveness.
Petersburg in the early 90's: crazy, cold, cruel.
- Author:
- CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOCHLEZHKA
- Publisher:
- Charitable Foundation Nochlezhka
- Publication year:
- 1994
- Pagination:
- 255p.
- Place of publication:
- St. Petersburg
Articles on the social changes taking place in St. Petersburg, after the euphoria of perestroika had evaporated. Social problems looked at include: homelessness, unemployment, homeless children living on the streets, crime, and poverty. Places these issues in the context of the ineffectiveness of state social policy and the role social work could play in alleviating these problems.