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Challenging behaviour and offending behaviours
- Authors:
- BOER Harm, IYER Anupama
- Journal article citation:
- Tizard Learning Disability Review, 25(3), 2020, pp.117-124.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore three main areas in relation to the interface between challenging behaviour and offending. Design/methodology/approach: The first aim is to explore the labelling of behaviours as challenging or offending behaviour in the light of legal definitions, staff knowledge and beliefs and the mental capacity and mental health acts. The second is to explore challenging behaviour as a risk factor for offending in people with Intellectual Disability (ID). The third aim is to discuss the challenging behaviour as a barrier to discharge from secure services. Findings: There is limited research suggesting that challenging behaviour such as physical aggression can lead to longer stay in forensic services, and this warrants further research. Originality/value: This paper aims to promote discussion about the interface of offending and challenging behaviour in people with IDs and to promote best practice. (Edited publisher abstract)
Mental health of perpetrators of intimate partner violence
- Authors:
- SESAR Kristina, DODAJ Arta, SIMIC Natasa
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 23(4), 2018, pp.221-239.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Intimate partner violence (IPV) represents a widespread social and public health problem. Researchers have been shown association between IPV and mental health problems. The purpose of this paper is to present a review of the literature on relationship between wide ranges of mental health problems. Design/methodology/approach: Research papers related to mental health problems among IPV perpetrators and published in leading academic journals in UK and abroad from 1987 to 2017 were identified and reviewed. Findings: Although there were some equivocal findings, the authors found that most of the available research suggests that there is a variety of psychological health problems among IPV perpetrators. Specifically, there was evidence of a significant relationship between anger problems, anxiety, depression, suicidal behaviour, personality disorders, alcoholism or problem gambling and perpetration of IPV. Results from analysed studies identified high rates of co-morbid disorders in IPV perpetrators. Practical implications: The findings highlight the need for treatment services to undertake screening and assessment of wide range of psychological difficulties to be able to provide best treatment approaches. Originality/value: To the best of our knowledge, this is the first systematic review that has included studies evaluating various psychological health problems among perpetrators of IPV. (Publisher abstract)
Criminal narratives of mentally disordered offenders: an exploratory study
- Authors:
- SPRUIN Elizabeth, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Psychology Practice, 14(5), 2014, pp.438-455.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia
The study explored the personal narratives of Mentally Disordered Offenders (MDOs) and the impact various mental disorders had on the structure of the offenders’ criminal narratives. Seventy adult male offenders who were sectioned under the United Kingdom’s Mental Health Act 2007 were recruited for the study. Participants were provided with a 36 item Criminal Narrative Role Questionnaire. Smallest Space Analysis found four criminal narrative themes (Victim, Revenger, Hero, Professional), which indicated clear distinctions in the narrative experience of MDOs. The major differences were found to be related to the vulnerability of the offender’s mental disorder. (Publisher abstract)
Organisational impact of a forensic education programme
- Authors:
- WALKER Helen, et al
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Practice, 15(3), 2013, pp.218-230.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the organisational impact of the New to Forensic Mental Health education programme, developed for use across all forensic services in Scotland. To date, 267 have been trained as a trainer or mentor; 502 have completed the programme and 375 are yet to complete. The programme is designed to promote self-directed learning and is multi-disciplinary and multi-agency in approach. It includes case studies and problem-based learning relating to patients in a variety of settings, from the community to high secure care. Design/methodology/approach: As part of a larger longitudinal study to assess the value of this New to Forensic Mental Health education programme, organisational impact was assessed using semi-structured interviews with (n=13) senior staff working in forensic services. Participants were purposively selected for interview. Findings: Transcripts were analysed using thematic analysis, which revealed three themes: “Acquiring knowledge: what you learn and how you learn”, “Developing skills” and “Shift in attitudes and behaviour”. The results demonstrate the positive impact the programme has had at an organisational level and what changes can occur when staff become more knowledgeable, skilful and confident. The implications for practice, along with the limitations of the study, are discussed. One of the weaknesses of this type of analysis is that it is always dependent on the analyst's interpretation, and is thus the product of that person's bias, filters or prejudices. Originality/value: This evaluation is one of the limited few that explore organisational impact of an education programme. (Publisher abstract)
The Good Lives Model tool kit for mentally disordered offenders
- Author:
- BARNAO Mary
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Forensic Practice, 15(3), 2013, pp.157-170.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The Good Lives Model (GLM) is a new approach to offender rehabilitation that provides an integrative framework for assisting individuals to achieve their goals while reducing their risk for reoffending. Recently it has been proposed that an augmented form of the GLM could provide a comprehensive conceptual, ethical and practice framework for rehabilitation within the specialty of forensic mental health. However, there is a paucity of published literature to guide practitioners on how to integrate the GLM into their practice with mentally disordered offenders. The aim of this article is to present a set of resources (the GLM tool kit) tailored for use with offenders with mental disorder. Design/methodology/approach : Each of the five resources that comprise the tool kit will be described, the theoretical, methodological and practical considerations that influenced their development will be reviewed, and a case example demonstrating their clinical application, presented. Findings: The tool kit can guide forensic mental health practitioners in assessment, case conceptualisation and rehabilitation planning according to the Good Lives Model. It includes some practical resources that practitioners can use to help mentally disordered offenders understand themselves better, including the reasons why they came to offend, and to highlight what they need to change to live better lives. Practical implications – The paper provides clinicians with some structure in applying the Good Lives Model within a forensic mental health team context. Originality/value – Much of the GLM practice literature relates to non-mentally disordered offenders. The paper builds on this literature by presenting a set of tools that have been designed specifically with mentally disordered offenders in mind. (Publisher abstract)
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.
Supportive housing for addicted, incarcerated homeless adults
- Authors:
- HICKERT Audrey O., TAYLOR Mary Jane
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Social Service Research, 37(2), March 2011, pp.136-151.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Homeless populations often suffer from mental illness, substance abuse, and criminality. Housing interventions have been effective in serving homeless persons with criminal experience, substance abuse issues, and mental illness. However, previous studies have noted the difficulty of working with this population and that success can be limited. This study examined outcomes for clients of a new supportive housing intervention. The Homeless Assistance Rental Program (HARP) provided supporting housing for homeless persons who were struggling with mental illness, in jail, in criminal justice programmes, in substance abuse programmes, or aging out of foster care. The sample for the study consisted of 102 individuals who participated in HARP at some point during its first 22 months of operation. Data was collected from 4 major sources: the Housing Authority; the Substance Abuse division; jail records; and the self-sufficiency matrix completed with HARP participants by their case managers. Use of formal treatment, jail contact, and community stability were compared pre- and post-housing. Jail bookings and residential substance abuse treatment significantly declined post-housing, while clients improved in income level, access to food, and housing stability. Results from official justice and treatment system data suggest that supportive housing can lead to significant changes.
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.
I wanted to tell people you have a really powerful voice. Have the confidence to use it
- Author:
- STANISTREET Paul
- Journal article citation:
- Adults Learning, 15(2), October 2003, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- National Institute for Adult Continuing Education
Reports on a project, Clean Break, a women's theatre company which offers courses for women who have been through the criminal justice system or have experienced mental health problems. The project is using peer researchers to support drama students with mental health problems.
Mind games
- Author:
- STEELE Linda
- Journal article citation:
- Community Care, 3.12.98, 1998, pp.22-23.
- Publisher:
- Reed Business Information
In the wake of the Michael Stone case Jack Straw called for "dangerous psychopaths" to be locked up. The author writes that knowing what to do with people with anti-social personality disorders is not such a simple question.