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Cognitive-behavioral treatment for rapists: can we do better?

B P Marx1, R Miranda, L A Meyerson

  • 1Department of Psychology, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater 74078, USA.

Clinical Psychology Review
|October 16, 1999
PubMed
Summary

Cognitive-behavioral treatments for rapists show limited success. New approaches should address individual differences in arousal, cognition, and the function of sexual aggression to improve treatment outcomes and reduce recidivism.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common treatment for individuals who commit sexual offenses.
  • Existing CBT approaches for sex offenders have demonstrated limited effectiveness in reducing recidivism.
  • A significant gap exists in understanding and addressing the diverse needs within this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the limitations of current cognitive-behavioral treatment strategies for rapists.
  • To propose novel treatment approaches that enhance efficacy for this population.
  • To reduce rates of sexual victimization and prevent recidivism.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of existing treatment studies for individuals convicted of rape.

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  • Analysis of common therapeutic targets, including physiological arousal and cognitive distortions.
  • Identification of neglected factors such as population heterogeneity and behavioral function.

    • Main Results:

    • Current treatments inadequately address the heterogeneity of individuals who commit sexual offenses.
    • Emphasis on changing arousal patterns and cognitive distortions may be less effective than psychological acceptance.
    • Differences in the function of sexually aggressive behavior are often overlooked.

    Conclusions:

    • Treatment efficacy for rapists can likely be improved by addressing individual differences.
    • Future research should empirically test interventions that consider population heterogeneity and the function of sexual aggression.
    • A more nuanced approach is needed to effectively reduce sexual recidivism.