NCJ Number
207112
Journal
Criminal Justice and Behavior Volume: 31 Issue: 5 Dated: October 2004 Pages: 564-608
Date Published
2004
Length
45 pages
Annotation
This article reviews studies that have carefully evaluated probation strategies of adult sex offenders who are on community supervison.
Abstract
Sex offenders tend to be one of the hardest types of offenders to treat and supervise within the community setting. Estimates indicate that approximately 234,000 convicted sex offenders are under some form of daily supervision in the United States. Sex offenders can be treated behaviorally or the biochemical treatment programs. Offenders who completely deny their sexual offense are the hardest to treat and may require multiple treatment methods. Some treatment theories suggest that deviant sexual preferences are the primary reason that child molesters and rapists commit sexual assault. Therapist should assess deviant sexual behavior to develop a treatment program that will reduce the risk of recidivism. Professions measure sex offender's preferences through objective testing, subjective testing, and polygraph testing to help in the development of treatment plans. The past 7 years of research have guided researchers to answer the question, "Which group of sex offender are most likely to benefit from these treatment and probation strategies?" This has led to more important strides being made in the development of probation plans and treatment plans for adult sex offenders. References