Alternatives to custodial remand for women in the criminal justice system: A multi‐sector approach

Alternatives to custodial remand for women in the criminal justice system: A multi‐sector approach Abstract Throughout the world, women involved in criminal justice systems often present with substantial needs and…
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Randomised controlled trial of a treatment adherence programme for prisoners with mental health problems in Spain

Randomised controlled trial of a treatment adherence programme for prisoners with mental health problems in Spain Abstract The prevalence of psychiatric disorders is high among prisoners, who often need psychotropic…
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A comparison of long‐term medium secure patients within NHS and private and charitable sector units in England

A comparison of long‐term medium secure patients within NHS and private and charitable sector units in England Abstract Background In England, forensic psychiatric hospital services are provided at three security…
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Sexualised video games, sexist attitudes and empathy towards victims of rape: Correlational evidence for a relationship is minimal in an online study

Sexualised video games, sexist attitudes and empathy towards victims of rape: Correlational evidence for a relationship is minimal in an online study Abstract Background There is continued debate about whether…
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The Offender Personality Disorder Pathway for Women in England and Wales: a hopeful new development?

The Offender Personality Disorder Pathway for Women in England and Wales: a hopeful new development? Rachel Cohen, Julie Trebilcock, Timothy Weaver, Paul Moran Read the syndicated article here
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Prisoners with neurodevelopmental difficulties: Vulnerabilities for mental illness and self‐harm

Prisoners with neurodevelopmental difficulties: Vulnerabilities for mental illness and self‐harm Abstract Background Research into neurodevelopmental disorders in adult offenders has tended to be disorder specific, so hindering service planning for…
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The role of psychopathic traits and moral disengagement in cyberbullying among adolescents

The role of psychopathic traits and moral disengagement in cyberbullying among adolescents Abstract Background The prevalence of cyberbullying suggests that about 15% of school‐aged children are involved in some way,…
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Correlates of substance use in pregnant women under community supervision after conviction for a criminal offence: The role of psychological distress

Correlates of substance use in pregnant women under community supervision after conviction for a criminal offence: The role of psychological distress Abstract Background Being pregnant while under community supervision after…
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Patient‐rated impulsivity and aggression compared with clinician‐rated risk in a forensic psychiatric sample: Predicting inpatient incidents

Patient‐rated impulsivity and aggression compared with clinician‐rated risk in a forensic psychiatric sample: Predicting inpatient incidents Abstract Background Measures of impulsivity and aggression help to indicate risk of future violence…
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