Danielle A. Lawrence, Ruth Bagshaw, D. Stubbings, Andrew Watt
{"title":"Restrictive Practices in Adult Secure Mental Health Services: A Scoping Review","authors":"Danielle A. Lawrence, Ruth Bagshaw, D. Stubbings, Andrew Watt","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1887978","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1887978","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Restrictive practices are often harmful and many academics, policy-makers and clinicians agree that their use should be reduced in care settings. Specific focus on secure mental health services is warranted because restrictive practices are often seen as an integral part of forensic psychiatry but have received limited research attention relative to other areas of psychiatric practice. The aim of this scoping review was to map and evaluate recent empirical research that examines the use of restrictive practices, the consequences of using them and efforts to reduce restrictive practices, in secure mental health settings published since June 2015. The purpose of this review was to identify limitations and gaps in the literature in order to inform further research. PsycINFO, Medline, Embase, CINAHL, Scopus and ASSIA databases were searched for studies published between 2015 and 2020. Following electronic and manual searches, 36 studies were included. The studies were grouped into four main areas: 1) Nature of the problem describing the type, incidence, prevalence and scope of restrictive practices in secure mental health services; 2) Service user perceptions and experiences of restrictive practices; 3) Staff experiences, views and decision making; and 4) Interventions designed to reduce the use of restrictive practices. Findings support the notion that restrictive practices have a detrimental impact on the wellbeing of most service users in adult secure services as well as the staff who use them. Continued efforts to reduce restrictive practices are needed and the importance of collaborative working cannot be understated. Implications for future research, clinical practice, policy and best practice guidelines are all discussed.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"21 1","pages":"68 - 88"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1887978","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46413921","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ten Years of Operation of a Small Belgian Medium-Security Unit—How Are We Doing?","authors":"Louis De Page, P. Titeca","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1887409","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1887409","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract International literature suggests that forensic care is best organized by independent security levels with appropriate infrastructure, procedures, and therapeutic goals. However, resources are not always sufficient to allow for organizing this way. We describe the functioning of a medium-security unit (MSU) where we not only rehabilitate forensic patients for their transition from prison to community life but also readmit relapsing patients and provide time-outs for patients in crisis. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of this cohabitation for patients and personnel. This study is also the first to present figures regarding readmissions of relapsing patients and prison remittal in Belgium from a MSU point of view.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"364 - 373"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1887409","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"41846482","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Li Lian Koh, A. Day, Bianca Klettke, M. Daffern, C. Chu
{"title":"An Exploration of Risk and Protective Characteristics of Violent Youth Offenders in Singapore across Adolescent Developmental Stages","authors":"Li Lian Koh, A. Day, Bianca Klettke, M. Daffern, C. Chu","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1886203","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1886203","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The risk and protective factors in a sample of 224 Singaporean youths who have engaged in violence are investigated using the SAVRY the VRS-YV, and the SAPROF-YV. Youths in the early and middle stages of adolescence exhibited more risk factors and fewer protective factors than late stage adolescents. This may be due to cultural and societal influences as well as maturation processes which guide the development of risk and protective factors over the course of adolescence. These findings highlight the importance of developing treatment programs for violent youth that are developmentally matched and which address specific areas of need.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"349 - 363"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1886203","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"48665210","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
N. Aga, S. Rowaert, F. Vander Laenen, S. Vandevelde, T. Vander Beken, K. Audenaert, W. Vanderplasschen
{"title":"Connectedness in Recovery Narratives of Persons Labeled Not Criminally Responsible: A Qualitative Study","authors":"N. Aga, S. Rowaert, F. Vander Laenen, S. Vandevelde, T. Vander Beken, K. Audenaert, W. Vanderplasschen","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1880503","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1880503","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Objective Connectedness is placed at the heart of the recovery process in mental health care. However, in regard to persons labeled not criminally responsible (NCR), considerations of recovery and connectedness remain in the background. The aim of this study is to understand and explore how individuals labeled not criminally responsible experience connectedness. Research method Sixty-seven in-depth interviews were examined and thematically analyzed. Results Interviews revealed emotional, functional and personal connectedness as categories of connectedness, each with different qualitative determinants. Conclusion This study shows that connectedness should be considered as an essential ingredient of the recovery process by practitioners as well as policy makers. We recommend a shift from an individualistic, punitive approach toward a recovery-supportive rhetoric and more ‘shared decision making’ between service users and providers at all levels.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"303 - 316"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1880503","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"49075367","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Berenice Pérez-Ramírez, Juan J. Barthelemy, R. Gearing, Lindamarie Olson, Natalia Giraldo-Santiago, Luis R. Torres
{"title":"Examining the Influence of Mental Health on Self-Stigma in a Mexican Prison","authors":"Berenice Pérez-Ramírez, Juan J. Barthelemy, R. Gearing, Lindamarie Olson, Natalia Giraldo-Santiago, Luis R. Torres","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1876186","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1876186","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Prisons in Mexico, like other countries, struggle to house and effectively treat individuals with mental illness. This study on 194 male Mexican prisoners managing mental disorders aims to 1) explore what mental health symptomology is associated with self-stigma and 2) identify what mental health symptomology predicts increased self-stigma. Results found that depression, mania, and anger significantly predicted harm to self-esteem scores, and education and mania significantly predicted agreement and application subscales. Given the increased number of imprisoned individuals with mental illness in Mexico and minimal treatment available, these findings support the importance of implementing self-stigma interventions within prisons.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"265 - 277"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1876186","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46007269","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ashley B. Batastini, M. Vitacco, Ashley C. T. Jones, R. Davis
{"title":"Perceived Credibility of Social Media Data as a Collateral Source in Criminal Responsibility Evaluations Using an Experimental Design","authors":"Ashley B. Batastini, M. Vitacco, Ashley C. T. Jones, R. Davis","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2021.1880504","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2021.1880504","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Perceived credibility of social media data (i.e., a Twitter post) was compared to more traditional collateral sources in criminal responsibility evaluations using independent samples of laypersons and forensic experts. Overall, results suggested greater skepticism toward social media relative to two other sources, particularly when information suggested a mental illness. Both samples, however, viewed the tweet as potentially useful. Notably, both studies were limited by the use of an experimental design that was intended to capture initial impressions rather than fully mimic standard assessment and courtroom processes. We advocate a cautious but open-minded approach when considering social media data as collateral.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"317 - 332"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2021-02-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2021.1880504","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46431155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Maria Haarmans, Elizabeth Perkins, Lorna Jellicoe‐Jones
{"title":"“It’s Us Doing It!” The Power of Participatory Action Research in Prison: A Contradiction in Terms? – Phase 1","authors":"Maria Haarmans, Elizabeth Perkins, Lorna Jellicoe‐Jones","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2020.1863524","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2020.1863524","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract We describe and reflect upon the process of setting up participatory action research (PAR) with a group of men resident on a personality assessment and treatment service in a medium security prison for male offenders. The service is part of the national offender personality disorder (OPD) pathway, a joint initiative between the National Health Service England and Her Majesty’s Prison & Probation Service set up in 2011. Its aim was to provide a pathway of services for offenders, likely to be diagnosed with a personality disorder, to reduce risk of re-offending and improve psychological health and wellbeing. Consistent with PAR principles, prisoners were trained as co-researchers with the aim of co-producing new knowledge and improving their community. To our knowledge, this is the first PAR project conducted within the OPD pathway. We focus here on initial stages of research design and development. By sharing our experiences, we contribute to the literature on co-production research highlighting key benefits and challenges of PAR in this setting. Key learnings such as the importance of obtaining organizational support, taking time for establishing trust, relationship-building and research training are discussed.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"238 - 252"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2020-12-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2020.1863524","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"43900679","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Predicting Short-Term Parole Outcome in Substance Abusing Offenders with the Lifestyle Criminality Screening Form","authors":"G. Walters","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2020.1864795","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2020.1864795","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The purpose of this study was three-fold: determine whether scores on the Lifestyle Criminality Screening Form (LCSF), a recidivism and re-offense risk assessment procedure, predict future criminal and drug use outcomes in substance abusing parolees, verify whether LCSF-defined risk identifies parolees likely to benefit from a case management strengths program, and ascertain whether the LCSF is as effective with women as it is with men. These three topic areas (use of the LCSF with substance abusing offenders, testing the risk principle, and seeing whether the LCSF applies to women) represent gaps in the current state of knowledge on the LCSF. In a secondary analysis of data including 811 (616 men, 195 women) substance-abusing adult parolees, results revealed that the LCSF was the only variable, out of six, to predict all six outcomes of interest across 3- and 9-month follow-up periods. When the sample was broken down by gender, the LCSF predicted all six outcomes in men but only the three 9-month outcomes in women. In an unanticipated development, men exposed to a case management strengths program reported more subsequent crime and drug use than participants not exposed to this special case management program.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"253 - 264"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2020-12-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2020.1864795","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46080657","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Relational Commitment toward a Partner in Prison: An Investment Model Analysis","authors":"Dagmar Stockman, K. Uzieblo, L. Verhofstadt","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2020.1861135","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2020.1861135","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract The present study aimed to examine the underlying mechanisms of why partners of detainees remain in their relationships and whether this mechanism is associated with the number of monthly visits made to the imprisoned partner. The Investment Model Scale was used to assess: commitment, relationship satisfaction, relationship alternatives, and relationship investments in a sample of one hundred female partners of detainees (M = 35.9 years). As expected, satisfaction was positively and alternatives negatively associated with commitment and commitment was positively related to the number of visits. These results may inform prison initiatives aimed at supporting relationship maintenance.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"227 - 237"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2020-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2020.1861135","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"46267700","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Samantha Venner, D. Sivasubramaniam, S. Luebbers, S. Shepherd
{"title":"Exploring Rater Cultural Bias in Forensic Risk Assessment","authors":"Samantha Venner, D. Sivasubramaniam, S. Luebbers, S. Shepherd","doi":"10.1080/14999013.2020.1860164","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/14999013.2020.1860164","url":null,"abstract":"Abstract Risk assessment instruments are an important tool for assessing an offender’s risk of recidivism. However, concerns have been raised regarding their applicability to different cultural groups, and it has been suggested that rater cultural bias may affect assessment. This study explored whether rater cultural bias impacted upon the scoring of the YLS/CMI-SRV and rater perceptions of offenders from diverse cultural backgrounds. Participants included a representative sample of postgraduate Australian Psychology students who were randomly assigned a vignette of a young offender from either a South Sudanese, Indigenous or Anglo-Australian background. No evidence of cultural bias was found in YLS/CMI-SRV scoring or rater perceptions of the offender.","PeriodicalId":14052,"journal":{"name":"International Journal of Forensic Mental Health","volume":"20 1","pages":"213 - 226"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2020-12-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://sci-hub-pdf.com/10.1080/14999013.2020.1860164","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"42039312","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}