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Three degrees of security: attachment and forensic institutions.
1Broadmoor Hospital, Crowthorne, Berks and Traumatic Stress Clinic, London, UK.
Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health : CBMH
|December 3, 2002
Summary
Attachment theory offers insights into management challenges within forensic institutions. Applying this theory can help create a secure environment, improving staff-resident relationships and reducing violence.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Criminology
- Forensic Psychiatry
Background:
- Forensic institutions involve complex staff-resident dynamics.
- Long-term dependency relationships characterized by care and control are common.
- Understanding these dynamics is crucial for effective management and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the application of attachment theory in forensic management.
- To analyze the link between security, violence, and the concept of a 'secure base' within these settings.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis integrating attachment theory principles.
- Discussion of existing literature on forensic institutional management and security.
Main Results:
- Attachment theory provides a framework for understanding staff-resident relationships.
- A 'secure base' model can inform strategies to mitigate violence and improve institutional climate.
Conclusions:
- Attachment theory is a valuable lens for addressing management issues in forensic settings.
- Creating a 'secure base' is essential for fostering safety and therapeutic alliances.