RT Article
T1 Treatment Readiness in violent offenders: the Impact of Evidence-Based Psychological Methods in Correctional Facilities
JF Indian journal of criminology
VO 52
IS 2
SP 84
OP 94
A1 Sharma, Reena
A2 Mehta, Akshat
LA English
YR 2024
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/192386050X
AB This longitudinal study investigates the treatment readiness and engagement of violent offenders in Sabarmati Central Prison, Ahmedabad, Gujarat over a three-year period. This research emphasises the significance of integrating psychological interventions into the rehabilitation process, focusing on the potential for cognitive restructuring and holistic reform of offenders. Utilising pre- and post- assessment methodologies, the study explores how psychological treatment can enhance offenders' readiness for rehabilitation and which may reduce recidivism. Data collected from 88 participants reveal significant improvements in Violence Treatment Readiness following structured psychological interventions. The findings suggest that fostering a positive therapeutic environment and addressing individual criminogenic needs are essential for promoting meaningful change in offenders. This study aims to contribute to the existing literature on offender rehabilitation in India, advocating for the incorporation of scientifically validated psychological methods as a fundamental component of correctional efforts in prisons. Through these insights, the study seeks to inform policy and practice aimed at reducing recidivism and improving overall outcomes for violent offenders.
K1 Violence Treatment Readiness
K1 VTRQ
K1 Psychological Intervention Units
K1 Violent Offenders
K1 Prison Reforms
K1 Evidence-based Correctional Efforts
K1 Reintegration/rehabilitation
K1 Recidivism