Question 1

Actuarial methods of risk assessment

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Question 2

Cottle, Lee and Heilbrun (200) found the strongest predictor of juvenile recidivism was

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Cottle, Lee, and Heilbrun's research identified offence history as the strongest predictor of juvenile recidivism.

Question 3

The average Area Under the Curve (AUC) for juvenile risk assessment tools is

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Question 4

One of the most striking feature of Lipsey's (2010) meta-analysis of juvenile offender treatment was

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Lipsey's meta-analysis found that the level of supervision offered did not significantly influence programme effectiveness.

Question 5

Young offenders in early to middle adolescence are more likely to need interventions that address

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Young offenders in early to middle adolescence often struggle with interpersonal conflicts and may benefit from interventions that focus on conflict resolution skills to help them manage disputes and interactions more effectively.

Question 6

The weighting of the "big four" risk factors

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The weighting of the "big four" risk factors typically varies according to age. While antisocial peers and personality are important factors, other factors such as family, school, and community can play a greater role in adolescent development compared to adulthood. Therefore, the weighting of these factors varies depending on the developmental stage.

Question 7

Fazel and Danesh's (2002) review found that one _____ inmates suffered from a psychotic illness or major depression.

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Fazel and Danesh's (2002) review found that one in seven inmates suffered from a psychotic illness or major depression.

Question 8

Which of the following has been indicated in research drawn from across different correctional settings and across different jurisdictions

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Research across different correctional settings and jurisdictions indicates that a significant proportion of offenders have serious forms of mental illness, there is evidence of co-morbid substance use disorders with mental illness, and co-morbid substance abuse and mental disorders elevate risk for a wide range of criminal offending.

Question 9

Control override delusions are

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Control override delusions are characterized by an individual's belief that an outside entity is attempting to take control of their mind or body. They may experience thoughts or actions that feel involuntary or directed by an external force. This can be a symptom of various mental health conditions, including schizophrenia and delusional disorder.

Question 10

Nomothetic information used in formulating risk refers to

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Nomothetic information refers to data that is group-based and drawn from actuarial measures. This type of information is used in formulating risk assessments for groups of individuals, rather than individual clinical assessments. The use of psychopathy assessments and repeat clinical assessments may be part of the overall risk assessment process, but they are not specifically related to nomothetic information.

Question 11

According to the authors, mental illness should be considered

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The authors state that mental illness should be considered a "treatment readiness issue" because individuals with mental illness may require specialized treatment to address their needs and reduce their risk of re-offending. While mental illness may impact an individual's responsivity and criminogenic needs, these factors are secondary to ensuring that the individual is able to fully engage in and benefit from treatment. Therefore, mental illness is not a non-criminogenic need.

Question 12

The a high level of professional judgement used in the offender rehabilitation field is the product of

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Question 13

Being involved in treatment and also conducting psychological assessment for court is

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This scenario is an example of role conflict because the psychologist is taking on two potentially conflicting roles: that of a treatment provider and that of an evaluator for legal purposes. These roles have different goals and ethical considerations, which can lead to conflicts in how the psychologist interacts with the client and uses the information obtained.

Question 14

According to Greenberg and Shuman (1997), the forensic treatment provider should develop a cognitive set and attitude that is

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The correct answer is A because the forensic treatment provider should develop a cognitive set and attitude that is supportive, accepting, and empathic. This will help to create a therapeutic relationship with the client and will facilitate the treatment process.

Question 15

The nature of hypotheses tested in the context of forensic evaluation are

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Hypotheses tested in the context of forensic evaluation are psycho-legal, meaning they involve legal questions and aim to provide information to assist with legal decisions. Diagnostic hypotheses are more clinical and relate to the identification of mental health disorders. Adversarial hypotheses involve opposing parties in legal proceedings, and risk-based hypotheses focus on predicting future dangerous behavior.

Question 16

According to Glaser (2003), sexual offender treatment is

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Question 17

The value of decision making models in supervision is

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Decision making models provide a structured way of resolving ethical dilemmas and can help supervisors guide their supervisees through complex situations. These models provide a framework for organizing thoughts, identifying priorities, and ultimately arriving at a decision that is in line with ethical principles and values. However, it is important to note that these models should not be used mechanically or as a substitute for critical thinking and judgment. They should be used in conjunction with clinical practice guidelines and codes of conduct, and the ultimate responsibility for decision-making rests with the practitioner.

Question 18

According to Greenberg and Shuman (1997, the privilege governing disclosure for therapeutic relationships is

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Greenberg and Shuman (1997) refer to the privilege as the therapist-patient privilege, not therapist-patient confidentiality or informed consent privilege/confidentiality.

Quiz 1: Foundations of Offender Rehabilitation