Psychotherapy in Forensic Contexts

A collection of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to psychotherapy in forensic contexts, as discussed in the lecture notes.

Psychotherapy

A psychological treatment involving the interaction between a trained therapist and a client, aimed at helping the client address psychological issues.

Rehabilitation

A key goal of the criminal justice system focused on the reintegration of offenders into society and the reduction of future criminal behavior.

Criminal Justice System (CJS)

A system of law enforcement, courts, and corrections established to uphold social control, deter crime, and sanction violators.

Secure Attachment Style

A pattern of attachment characterized by trust and comfort in relationships, which can be disrupted in forensic settings.

Dual Diagnosis

The co-occurrence of two mental health diagnoses in an individual, often involving an addiction alongside another mental health disorder.

The RNR Model

The Risk-Need-Responsivity model, which guides rehabilitation efforts by matching the intensity of interventions to the offender's risk level, needs, and responsivity.

Good Lives Model

A rehabilitative approach that focuses on building strengths and life plans for offenders to prevent recidivism.

Therapeutic Community (TC)

A model where a prison wing is run democratically and emphasizes group therapy aimed at rehabilitation and social integration.

Insight-Oriented Therapy

Psychotherapeutic approaches focused on increasing the client’s self-awareness and understanding of the underlying issues causing their behavior.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A type of psychotherapy that emphasizes the relationship between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, focusing on changing maladaptive patterns.

High-Security Psychiatric Hospitals

Facilities for individuals whose criminal actions stem from severe mental health issues, providing treatment within a highly controlled environment.

Reoffending

The act of committing a crime again after having been previously convicted, often used as a measure of rehabilitation success.

Forensic Psychotherapy

A branch of psychotherapy that deals specifically with the assessment and treatment of individuals involved in the criminal justice system.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, commonly seen in forensic populations.

Probation System

A supervised release of an offender under specific conditions, aimed at rehabilitation rather than punishment.

Institutional Environment

The surrounding factors within prisons or treatment facilities that can impact the therapeutic process and the relationship between therapist and client.