Actuarial approaches to risk assessment -- Fixed and dynamic variables associated with risk -- Child protection: social services and the Children Act 1989 -- Risk management: the probation and police perspective -- Forensic mental health services -- Case studies -- Discussion
Summary
"Managing High Risk Sex Offenders in the Community covers both the assessment and management of high risk sex offenders in the community, with an emphasis on evidence-based approaches. The reader will be able to access the most widely used actuarial approaches to risk assessment and understand the clinical themes that underpin such variables. The book answers questions including: are sex offenders likely to escalate their behaviour if not stopped?; is the risk on the streets or at home?; and can we differentiate between those offenders who will and those who will not reoffend?" "This book links psychologically-based theoretical principles with practical considerations for professionals in the field. By demystifying the current state of knowledge on risk posed by sex offenders, practitioners will be well placed to engage in defensible decision-making and strive for best practice in the community."--BOOK JACKET
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Includes bibliographical references (pages [219]-233) and index
