Background The development and evaluation of a small-scale, community-embedded youth justice remand facility in the Netherlands have yielded transformative lessons. This approach, designed for a diverse youth population, aligns with a graduated justice system, balancing developmental needs with security. Over three years of action research, key insights emerged, reshaping traditional notions of juvenile justice. The article also underscores the imperative for youth justice settings to shift towards safe and therapeutic environments that cater to the specific needs of young individuals. The prevalent existing models are criticized for prioritizing security at the expense of care, … [Read more...] about Transformative Lessons from a Small-Scale, Community-Embedded Youth Justice Remand Facility
Navigating the Intersection of AI in Mental Healthcare
Background In the article Is AI the Future of Mental Healthcare?, authors Francesca Minerva and Alberto Giubilini explore the potential integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into mental healthcare. The article explores and unpacks the following key findings: AI's Diagnostic Capabilities Cost-Effective Healthcare Assistance Concerns of Dehumanization Human Dimension of Therapy Inefficiencies in Traditional Mental Health Care Genetic Influences on Treatment Response Bias in Healthcare Practitioners Ethical-Philosophical Considerations Shift in Placement Criteria Minerva and Giubilini begin their exploration by highlighting AI's increasing role across various professional … [Read more...] about Navigating the Intersection of AI in Mental Healthcare
Assessing Prison Support for Desistance: The Macquarie Assisted Desistance Instrument (MADI)
INTRO Background The criminal justice system has long relied on punitive measures, including incarceration, as a means of deterring criminal behavior. However, mounting evidence suggests that these harsh approaches may not effectively facilitate the rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders into society. In light of this, a recent study conducted in New South Wales, Australia, has taken a significant step towards understanding how prisons can actively support individuals in their journey towards desisting from criminal activities. The study introduces the Macquarie Assisted Desistance Instrument (MADI), a self-report measure designed to assess the extent to which prisons contribute … [Read more...] about Assessing Prison Support for Desistance: The Macquarie Assisted Desistance Instrument (MADI)
A Comparative Study: Incarcerated Young Men, Masculinity in Prison, and Trauma
Incarceration represents a complex and challenging environment, particularly for young men. Prison culture often demands the adoption of certain masculine ideals, specifically masculinity in prison, that can hinder the process of trauma recovery. Background This article presents the key findings from a comparative study conducted on a cross-national sample of young Canadian and Scottish men from six different prisons in Canada and Scotland. The aim of the study was to explore the adjustment and experiences of young men ages 18–24 in two different systems for young adults: Canada, where young adults are housed in adult institutions with no specific young-adult regime, and Scotland, where a … [Read more...] about A Comparative Study: Incarcerated Young Men, Masculinity in Prison, and Trauma
