Methods of Modifying Crime Flashcards
(14 cards)
What therapy is anger management based on?
CBT
Key aim of anger management therapy
To reduce emotional response (anger) by reconceptualising it, particularly for violent offenders
What are the short-term and long-term goals for anger management?
Short-term: to reduce anger and aggression
Long-term: to reduce re-offending
What are the universal components of anger management?
1) Cognitive preparation
2) Skills acquisition
3) Application practice
Provide an example of an anger management programme
Controlling Anger and Learning to Manage it programme (CALM)
How does anger management reduce biological responses to anger?
Teaching relaxation techniques
How does anger management attempt to treat hostile attribution bias?
Cognitive restructuring
How does anger management deal with the behavioural outcome of aggression?
Assertiveness training - learning to be verbally assertive in conflict rather than resorting to physical violence
What were Novaco’s key aims of anger management?
1) Cognitive restructuring
2) Arousal regulation
3) Behavioural strategies
Key aim of restorative justice
To rehabilitate offenders by having them meet their victim(s) to atone for their actions
Main aims of restorative justice
Rehabilitation of offenders
Acceptance of responsibility
Atonement for wrongdoing
What does Carrabine suggest about restorative justice?
Suggests that it’s necessary to address failings of custodial sentences
Define impact statement
A statement written by the victim to the offender to explain the impact their crime has had on them.
Describe the process of restorative justice
Both the victim and offender consent to meet.
During the conference (physical or online) all 3 stakeholders repair the breakdown in communal relations.
Alternatively, impact statement can be read to the offender.
