Exploring Risk for Sexual Recidivism and Treatment Responsivity Through the Lens of Early Trauma

Willis, Gwenda M.; Levenson, Jill S.

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“…However, trauma treatments are not routinely incorporated into correctional programming or sex-offending treatments (Gajewski-Nemes and Messina, 2021; Grady et al, 2022a; Pettus-Davis et al, 2019). Recognizing and treating trauma plays a crucial role in self-regulation, which can reduce treatment dropout and dynamic risk for re-offense (Willis and Levenson, 2022).…”

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The Ripple Effects of Post-Conviction Traumatic Stress in People Required to Register as Sex Offenders and their Families

Levenson

Harris

2023

Sex Abuse

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Post-Conviction Traumatic Stress (PCTS) describes the cognitive, psychological, and physiological symptoms of trauma that result from a range of experiences with the criminal justice system. This pilot study aimed to empirically validate the construct of PCTS utilizing the Post-Traumatic Checklist (PCL-5), an existing measure of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) according to DSM-5 diagnostic criteria. Using mixed methods, the survey asked about the traumagenic impact of arrests, court proceedings, incarceration, probation/parole supervision, and sex offender registration requirements in a sample of people required to register as sexual offenders (RSOs; n = 290) and their family members ( n = 126). The PCL-5 was used to estimate the prevalence of PTSD and to explore the unique presentation of symptoms. Findings indicated that 69% of registrants and 62% of family members reported clinically significant indicators of PTSD. Examples of specific symptom presentations are illustrated through qualitative responses. Implications for clinical treatment, policy, and future research related to PCTS are discussed.

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The Ripple Effects of Post-Conviction Traumatic Stress in People Required to Register as Sex Offenders and their Families

Levenson

Harris

2023

Sex Abuse

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Das spezifische Ansprechbarkeitsprinzip in der Behandlung delinquenter Personen

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Brünner

2022

Forens Psychiatr Psychol Kriminol

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ZusammenfassungDas Risk-Need-Responsivity(RNR)-Modell erweist sich in der Behandlung straffällig gewordener Menschen als effektives Modell zur Reduktion der Rückfälligkeit für erneute Straftaten. Um eine individuelle Behandlung mit größtmöglicher Effektivität zu planen, sollen neben den Risikofaktoren v. a. auch die spezifischen Ansprechbarkeitsfaktoren (SAF) sorgfältig erfasst werden. Das spezifische Ansprechbarkeitsprinzip fordert eine klient:innenorientierte Flexibilität bei der Umsetzung der Behandlung und dem Umgang mit individuellen Behandlungsbarrieren. Dabei steht das Prinzip häufig in der Kritik, nicht ausreichend erforscht zu sein und in der Praxis selten berücksichtigt zu werden. Dieses Review bietet einen aktuellen Überblick über klient:innenbezogene SAF und soll Kliniker:innen dabei unterstützen, die SAF ihrer Klient:innen zu identifizieren, um die Behandlung daran anzupassen oder sie gezielt zu adressieren. Dabei unterstreicht dieser Artikel einmal mehr die Bedeutung, aber auch die Komplexität der Operationalisierung von SAF und den Umgang mit ihnen in der Behandlung und Forschung.

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Sex Differences in the Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Institutional Misconduct among Adults in Prison

Clark,

Duwe

2024

J Interpers Violence

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Research from the past few decades has highlighted the long- and wide-reaching effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). These experiences can negatively affect mental and physical health, as well as behaviors and interpersonal relationships well into adulthood. While it is generally understood that ACEs are prevalent in correctional populations, no prior studies have measured this issue using a large representative and racially and ethnically diverse sample of both male and female adult correctional populations in the United States. The data used for this study were collected via an assessment administered to more than 2,100 adults in Minnesota’s prison system. Descriptive findings revealed that multiple and varied forms of ACEs were common in the histories of this state’s incarcerated population, particularly among females and incarcerated persons who identified as Black, White/non-Hispanic, and American Indian/Alaskan Native. The multivariate results revealed that past exposure to ACEs increased the likelihood and speed of disciplinary convictions after admission to prison for males, but not for females. Overall, the results underscored the importance of assessing for responsivity factors upon admission to prison, including ACEs.

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Exploring Risk for Sexual Recidivism and Treatment Responsivity Through the Lens of Early Trauma

Cited by 3 publications

References 65 publications

The Ripple Effects of Post-Conviction Traumatic Stress in People Required to Register as Sex Offenders and their Families

The Ripple Effects of Post-Conviction Traumatic Stress in People Required to Register as Sex Offenders and their Families

Das spezifische Ansprechbarkeitsprinzip in der Behandlung delinquenter Personen

Sex Differences in the Effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences on Institutional Misconduct among Adults in Prison

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