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Narrative identity and offender rehabilitation
1Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand.
Summary
Offender rehabilitation focuses on building adaptive narrative identity and capabilities. This process helps individuals secure values and manage risks in their post-release lives, aiding successful reintegration.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Psychology
- Sociology
Background:
- Offender rehabilitation is a complex process.
- It involves capability-building and risk management.
- Promoting primary goods is a key concern.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the concept of narrative identity in offender rehabilitation.
- To explore the relationship between narrative identity, values, and offender assessment/treatment.
- To understand how adaptive narratives aid post-release success.
Main Methods:
- Conceptual analysis of narrative identity.
- Literature review on offender rehabilitation theories.
- Exploration of the link between identity, values, and practical interventions.
Main Results:
- Narrative identity construction is central to rehabilitation.
- Acquiring capabilities enables offenders to pursue values.
- Adaptive narratives are crucial for successful reintegration.
Conclusions:
- Rehabilitation should focus on fostering adaptive narrative identities.
- Assessment and treatment must consider offenders' values and narratives.
- Developing capabilities supports offenders in achieving meaningful post-release lives.
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