Offence Paralleling Behaviour A Case Formulation Approach to Offender Assessment and Intervention

Offence Paralleling Behaviour assists clinicians in using this method for assessing risk and determining treatment needs and progress for their clients. The book presents the empirical evidence for the approach and outlines methods for using it ethically and effectively. The volume features an international list of well-know contributors, including Stephen Hart, James Ogloff, and Peter Sturmey, and will serve as an important volume for clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and other professionals involved with offenders.

Michael Daffern is a Senior Lecturer with the Centre for Forensic Behavioural Science, Monash University, Consultant Principal Psychologist with Forensicare, and Special Lecturer within the Division of Psychiatry at The University of Nottingham. He has worked in prisons and in general and forensic mental health services. Lawrence Jones is a Consultant Clinical and Forensic Psychologist who is Lead Psychologist on the Rampton Hospital, Peaks Unit, Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. He has worked with offenders in community, prison, and healthcare settings. John Shine is a Consultant Forensic Psychologist currently working in the East London and the City Mental Health NHS Trust. He has worked as a Forensic Psychologist for over 20 years in the Prison and Probation Services, including HMP Grendon and HM Inspectorate of Probation.