Women’s Services in Forensic Psychiatry
Authors | Vivienne de Vogel, Mary Davoren, Harry Kennedy |
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Published in | Seminars in Forensic Psychiatry |
Publication date | 2024 |
Research groups | Working with Mandated Clients |
Type | Book |
Summary
The specific risks and mental health needs of women in forensic services and the relevance of gender-responsive treatment include gender differences in criminological and psychiatric characteristics; gender-sensitive risk assessment; and gender-sensitive management. Some recommendations are provided for practitioners working with women in forensic services.
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Language | English |
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Published in | Seminars in Forensic Psychiatry |
Key words | female offenders, gender, gender-responsive treatment |
Digital Object Identifier | 10.1017/9781911623809.019 |
Page range | 393-399 |