Substance Abuse and Sexual Offending
Overview
What are the links between substance abuse, particularly alcohol, and sexual offending?
Summary
From a risk assessment perspective, it is rather generally accepted that substance abuse or addictions are dynamic risk factors for recidivism.
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Reference
SOURCE RESEARCH
Substance misuse and substance use disorders in sex offenders: A review
Kraanen, F.L. & Emmelkamp, P.M.G. (2011). Substance misuse and substance use disorders in sex offenders: A review. Clinical Psychology Review (31), 478-489.
Published: 2011
Research type: Literature Review
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