A Treatment Model for the Adolescent Sex Offender
- 13 January 1984
- journal article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Offender Counseling Services Rehabilitation
- Vol. 8 (1-2) , 1-12
- https://doi.org/10.1300/j264v08n01_02
Abstract
This paper defines the adolescent sex offender as an individual whose problem is primarily moral and social. The primary question which is asked is, how can the adolescent sex offender's moral orientation be turned around. How can he be encouraged to be caring and cooperative with others? A general discussion of how individuals adopt and internalize social norms is provided, emphasizing the parts played by peer interaction, role taking, and collective behavior. Finally, a treatment program is described, one which emphasizes the functions of labeling, group therapy, and structured living environment.Keywords
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