Recidivism and Relapse Prevention in the Addicted Offender - 2 Hours
Understanding Recidivism and Relapse Prevention in the Criminal Offender
This course is based in part on Counselor Toolbox Episodes: 18
Text materials are also provided as an option for those who prefer to learn by reading.
Contact Hours: 2
Instructor: Dawn-Elise Snipes PhD
Objectives:
Compare and contrast the characteristics of recidivism and relapse
Examine the incentives for recidivism and relapse and ways to reduce their potency
Identify the challenges offenders face when they are released on parole.
Determine steps clinicians can take to facilitate a reduction in recidivism