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Probation and mental illness
- Authors:
- BROOKER Charlie, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Psychiatry and Psychology (The), 23(4), August 2012, pp.522-537.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
The aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of mental illness and substance abuse among individuals under probation supervision. An epidemiological survey of mental health was conducted on a randomised sample of people being supervised by probation offices in Lincolnshire on 4 specific days in 2009 and 2010. Overall, 173 individuals were interviewed, and information was gathered about drug and alcohol abuse, personality disorder and mental illness. This article reports on the study findings. The authors estimate that around 39% of individuals in this probation population are suffering from current mental illnesses, with anxiety orders being the most common, and that around 60% have substance abuse problems and around 48% have personality disorders. They conclude that the prevalence of mental health problems in those serving community sentences is high, and argue that there is a need for a national study of the prevalence of mental health disorders in probation populations to inform community-based mental health services for offenders serving supervision orders.
Working with mentally disordered offenders: the training of probation officers
- Authors:
- ROBERTS Colin, HUDSON Barbara L., CULLEN Rachel
- Journal article citation:
- Issues in Social Work Education, 14(2), Autumn 1994, pp.34-50.
- Publisher:
- Association of Teachers in Social Work Education
Reports and discusses the findings of a survey of probation officers concerning their perceived training needs in relation to work with mentally disordered offenders.
Elliott House: working with mentally disordered offenders
- Authors:
- BROWN Geoffrey C., GEELAN S.D.
- Journal article citation:
- Probation Journal, 45(1), March 1998, pp.10-14.
- Publisher:
- Sage
The authors describe the operation of Elliott House Probation and Bail Hostel in Birmingham. It is the only hostel in the country geared specifically towards the needs of mentally disordered offenders, and the authors argue that, in partnership with the local forensic psychiatric services, it is helping to break new ground in provision for this client group.
Mentally disordered offenders: inter-agency working
- Author:
- PETCH Edward
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Psychiatry, 7(2), September 1996, pp.376-382.
- Publisher:
- Routledge
Looks briefly at the benefits and importance of inter-agency working in the assessment and referral of mentally disordered people within the criminal justice system.
Positive practice, positive outcomes: a handbook for professionals in the criminal justice system working with offenders with learning disabilities
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 61p.
- Place of publication:
- London
This best practice handbook provides information, practical advice, sign-posting and best practice examples for criminal justice professionals working with offenders with learning disabilities and learning difficulties. This group includes police suspects and defendants in court. The handbook is intended as an introduction to this work and covers the essential information to help staff identify, communicate with, understand and support this group of people. It also covers relevant legislation that outlines the duties and obligations of criminal justice staff, and also health and social care staff, with regards to offenders with learning disabilities. Much of the advice and legislation covered is also relevant when working with offenders with communication problems and that may affect a person’s ability to cope in the criminal justice system. These include autism, Asperger Syndrome, ADHD (attention deficit hyper-activity disorder), and specific learning difficulties (such as dyslexia).
What are the barriers and facilitators to running an employment scheme for offenders?
- Author:
- KEIL Joanna
- Journal article citation:
- Prison Service Journal, 189, May 2010, pp.15-20.
- Publisher:
- Her Majesty's Prison Service of England and Wales
This article looks at the Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health’s study on employment opportunities for offenders with mental health problems, and identifies barriers and facilitators observed during 32 visits to 8 prisons, 4 probation areas, 10 voluntary agencies, 2 forensic services, 1 police-led scheme and 1 employer. Support was diverse and dependent on where an offender was within the criminal justice system. Some prisons have departments offering NVQ training in catering skills (e.g. HMP Durham, Newcastle College and Marriot Hotels), invite voluntary organisations (e.g. Thames Reach) to provide ‘through the gate’ support, use release on temporary licence (ROTL) to allow work experience (e.g. HMP Dartmoor and the Forestry Commission), and have individual placement schemes. The probation service plays a role in some, geographical areas. Some schemes observed were specifically for ex-offenders, people with mental health problems or the homeless. Barriers included lack of awareness/support of mental health problems by schemes and employers, ROTL, schemes too focused on training while in prison, poor continuity on release and poor outcomes. Facilitators included support once employed, payment of ex-offenders, involvement of employers within prisons, and motivated and enthusiastic professionals. There was evidence of the social exclusion of mentally disordered offenders from some schemes, and poor support, when accepted onto employment training. Good practice, by some employers was seen and often yielded successful employment outcomes for those with mental health problems.
A sense of justice
- Author:
- BULLIVANT Marian
- Journal article citation:
- Nursing Times, 4.12.96, 1996, pp.44-45.
- Publisher:
- Nursing Times
The author tells how she set up a system to identify and support people with mental health problems who come into contact with the criminal justice system in Liverpool.
Mental illness, drug and alcohol misuse and HIV risk behaviour in 214 young adult (18-35 year) probation clients: implications for policy, practice and training
- Authors:
- PRITCHARD Colin, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work and Social Sciences Review, 3(3), 1991, pp.227-242.
- Publisher:
- Whiting and Birch
An analysis of the psycho-social problems of 214 ordinary probation clients found that they faced a multiplicity of difficulties. The majority experienced relative poverty, two-fifths were involved with substance abuse which was linked to potential HIV risk behaviour. A fifth of clients had some form of mental disorder, often involving attempted suicide. The mental health dimension and the HIV risk behaviour indicates the need for active inter-disciplinary collaboration and a review of probation training.
Multi-agency working in criminal justice: control and care in contemporary correctional practice
- Editors:
- PYCROFT Aaron, GOUGH Dennis, (eds.)
- Publisher:
- Policy Press
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 272p.
- Place of publication:
- Bristol
This textbook brings together the theory, policy and skills relevant to working in a multi-agency setting within the criminal justice system. It is published at a particularly relevant time as the professional qualifying arrangements for probation officers are changing and a “mixed economy” of correctional practice is emerging. Wide-ranging chapters provide in-depth reviews and important insights into multi-agency work in this environment and acknowledge the challenges and tensions inherent in recent developments. The authors outline the legislative and policy framework in the criminal justice system and evaluate professional and organisational conflicts within multi agency contexts. They also highlight key offender groups and issues associated with desistance from crime. The book is expected to be a valuable resource for academics and students and key reading for policy makers, managers and practitioners involved in or studying correctional work, through the Probation or Prison services, or other agencies.
Sharing and caring
- Author:
- WHITE Caroline
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 15.7.99, 1999, pp.34-35.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
A pilot project has been set up in Warwickshire to deal with social care clients who may pose a threat to members of the public. Examines how an inter-agency protocol will share information and ideas to enable all agencies to take the right course of action.