Treatment Planning with the Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R)

The Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R) is an essential component of any assessment protocol within forensic and correctional settings. Both nomothetic and idiographic interpretations aid the clinician in screening and treatment planning. Whereas the PCL-R can be effective in identifying those who...

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Main Author: Loving, James L. (Author)
Format: Electronic/Print Article
Language:English
Published: 2002
In: International journal of offender therapy and comparative criminology
Year: 2002, Volume: 46, Issue: 3, Pages: 281-293
Online Access: Volltext (doi)
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Keywords:
Psychotherapie
Behandlung
Psychopathen
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Summary:The Psychopathy Checklist-Revised (PCL-R) is an essential component of any assessment protocol within forensic and correctional settings. Both nomothetic and idiographic interpretations aid the clinician in screening and treatment planning. Whereas the PCL-R can be effective in identifying those who are at highest risk of disrupting treatment efforts and jeopardizing the safety of those around them, through item analysis, it also provides clues to the nonpsychopath's unique treatment needs. Specific recommendations are offered regarding the implementation of the PCL-R for screening and treatment planning, and illustrative case examples are provided to enliven essential points
ISSN:0306-624X
DOI:10.1177/0306624X02463003