As a forensic psychologist working for a federal prison system you have been asked to design a treatment for antisocial personality disorder. You are aware that most programs have limited success at best, but you also know that there are some positive findings with regard to

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Behavioral programs originally designed for the treatment of deviant sexual crimes have shown some positive findings for treating antisocial personality disorder. These programs focus on teaching the individual to identify and change their maladaptive behaviors through cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques such as modeling, rehearsal, and feedback. It is important to note, however, that success rates for any treatment program for antisocial personality disorder are limited.

As a Forensic Psychologist Working for a Federal Prison System