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Prison mental health: vision and reality
- Authors:
- APPLEBY Louis, et al
- Publisher:
- Royal College of Nursing
- Publication year:
- 2010
- Pagination:
- 25p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
The need for better mental health care in prisons has been evident for some time. Reports throughout the last two decades have shown that prisoners have dramatically higher rates of the whole range of mental health problems compared to the general population. This report examines what has been achieved in prison mental health over recent years from a number of different personal perspectives and individual observations of working in England. It looks at the specific achievements of inreach teams and of efforts to divert offenders from custody. It also looks more broadly at the rapid growth of the prison population during the same period and the treatment of offenders with mental health problems outside as well as inside prison.
Arson: characteristics and predisposing factors in offenders with intellectual disabilities
- Authors:
- DEVAPRIAM John, et al
- Journal article citation:
- British Journal of Forensic Practice, 9(4), December 2007, pp.23-27.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
This retrospective study focuses on examining the characteristics of offenders with intellectual disabilities (ID) and the range of identified reasons for the offence. The study population consisted of 1,100 patients with ID who were in contact with psychiatric services at the Leicestershire Frith Hospital. Fifteen patients were identified as having committed arson. The findings indicate a higher prevalence of arson in this population, along with the fact that the majority of people with ID who have committed arson tend to bypass the criminal justice system. A significant number are likely to repeat the behaviour and will also commit other offences. The most common reason for arson appears to be revenge, closely followed by suggestibility. The majority has an associated diagnosis of personality disorders along with Axis 1 psychiatric diagnosis. Other factors include large family size, history of childhood psychiatric disorders, abuse, homelessness, unemployment and relationship difficulties.
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.
Last line of defence
- Author:
- TICKLE Louise
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 21.5.09, 2009, pp.28-29.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
Together is a forensic mental heath practitioner service that works with people with mental health problems who have been charged with an offence. The charity's mental health workers arrive at magistrates courts in London each morning to identify prisoners with mental health problems to ensure that they receive the support they need and to ensure that their health issues are recognised.
From prison to work: a new frontier for Individual Placement and Support
- Authors:
- DURCAN Graham, ALLAN Jonathan, HAMILTON Ian S.
- Publisher:
- Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2018
- Pagination:
- 32
- Place of publication:
- London
Reports on a project which trialled an evidence-based model of employment support, Individual Placement and Support (IPS), with people with mental health problems leaving prison. The feasibility study ran across eight prisons. In total, 23 of the 61 people who engaged both during and after their time in prison were supported into employment. In addition, the service provided a range of ad hoc support with securing accommodation, seeking mental health support and applying for benefits. The report includes case studies of client experiences of IPS. Although the success rate of the pilot was lower than that of IPS in its trials within secondary mental health services, the report concludes that the IPS approach can be adapted successfully to support prisoners to get work when they are released. It calls on the Government to invest in a larger scale trial of IPS for former prisoners and to reform existing employment services in the criminal justice system. (Edited publisher abstract)
Mental health, vulnerability and risk in police custody
- Authors:
- LEESE Maggie, RUSSELL Sean
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Adult Protection, 19(5), 2017, pp.274-283.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to report on the findings of a case study that explored mental health difficulties and vulnerability within police custody. Design/methodology/approach: The design of the study was qualitative, and it utilised telephone, semi-structured interviews with all levels of the custody staff. This approach was taken because the aim of the study was to explore how people in different roles within the organisation worked to safeguard vulnerable people in custody. Findings: The findings from this study identified a number of interesting themes that could be explored further in later studies. Overall, the respondents expressed frustration that vulnerable people find themselves in police custody for low-level crime, when it could have been avoided with improved mental health services in the community. Additionally, the findings demonstrated that despite the processes that are designed to safeguard the detainee, tensions still exist including, timely access to mental health assessments, appropriate training and support for staff and the use of appropriate adults. Research limitations/implications: Although the study was small in scale, the custody facility delivered detainee facilities for about 5,000 individuals per year. The research and information obtained supported the police lead for mental health to identify opportunities for improving the customer journey, as well as recognising the need for further research to identify how officers and staff relate to vulnerable individuals in contact with the police service. Originality/value: Despite the limitations of the study, the findings have captured interesting data from a range of professionals working in one police custody suite, and therefore it presents a holistic overview of some key issues around mental health, vulnerability and safeguarding within the context of police custody. (Edited publisher abstract)
'Enhanced support for high intensity users of the criminal justice system': an evaluation of mental health nurse input into Integrated Offender Management Services in the North East of England
- Authors:
- DYER Wendy, BIDDLE Paul
- Journal article citation:
- Social Policy and Society, 15(1), 2016, pp.43-55.
- Publisher:
- Cambridge University Press
The current UK Government's focus on the development of services to manage and support offenders with mental health problems has resulted in a number of innovative project developments. This research examines a service development in the North East of England which co-located mental health nurses with two Integrated Offender Management teams. While not solving all problems, the benefits of co-location were clear, although such innovations are now at risk from government changes which will make Integrated Offender Management the responsibility of new providers without compelling them to co-operate with health services. (Publisher abstract)
Keys to diversion: best practice for offenders with multiple needs
- Author:
- DURCAN Graham
- Publisher:
- Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 28
- Place of publication:
- London
Liaison and diversion services aim to identify and support people with mental health problems, learning difficulties and other vulnerable people in police stations and courts. This report identifies the key elements of successful liaison and diversion services in six services based in Lewisham, Manchester, Portsmouth and in Plymouth, Bodmin and Truro. The findings are based on visits to sites, interviews with staff, service users, and partners. It finds that the most successful teams offer support for a wide range of a person’s needs, they build packages of support from a range of local agencies, and they stay in touch with people after they have been referred to other services. The report then makes recommendations for NHS commissioners and liaison and diversion services. (Edited publisher abstract)
Independent inquiry into the care and treatment of Peter Bryan
- Authors:
- MISHCON Jane, (chair)
- Publisher:
- NHS London
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 691p., 2 vols.
- Place of publication:
- London
In February 2004, Peter Bryan killed Brian Cherry shortly after leaving the acute psychiatric ward at Newham Centre for Mental Health where he had been a voluntary patient. This inquiry was undertaken following completion of Peter Bryan's trial in 2005 and deals with his care and treatment up to the time of the homicide of Brian Cherry. The report describes the background and events leading to the investigation and provides commentary and analysis. It covers an earlier homicide, treatment at Rampton Hospital, the John Howard Centre medium secure unit, the Riverside House forensic hostel, and the acute adult general psychiatric ward at Newham Hospital, and the homicide of Brian Cherry. It sets out detailed findings about the care and treatment provided with the aim of identifying lessons to be learned, and presents recommendations based on the findings.
COCOA: care for offenders continuity of access
- Authors:
- BYNG Richard, et al
- Publisher:
- National Institute for Health Research
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 265p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Adult offenders have a high incidence and prevalence of many illnesses, particularly poor mental health and substance misuse. Passage through the various elements of the criminal justice system (CJS) provides both the potential for initial access to healthcare and also the disruption of existing care. The aim of this project was to inform policy on improving health and reducing recidivism for offenders by examining access to, and continuity of, healthcare. A multi-method investigation of continuity of healthcare for offenders included: interviews and health records study of 200 offenders; 5 focus groups; and 8 case studies. A quantitative analysis of the offender interviews demonstrates the extent of the deficit in access. A qualitative analysis of interviews and focus groups data provides insights into how offenders view healthcare and the potential impact on achieving access and continuity. The case studies provide information about the barriers and facilitators from an institutional viewpoint. These findings are used in the development of theory related to offender continuity of care. The study demonstrates that continuity of access to healthcare, particularly for mental health problems, is far from perfect. However, pockets of good practice and innovative projects demonstrate the potential for improving continuity and the quality of care provided.