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Sexually deviant behavior and schizotypy: a theoretical perspective with supportive data.

M C Henderson1, S C Kalichman

  • 1Psychology Department, Loyola University, Chicago, IL 60626.

The Psychiatric Quarterly
|January 1, 1990
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This study identifies a subgroup of sex offenders with schizotypal personality traits. Addressing cognitive disturbances in treatment programs may reduce recidivism rates for these individuals.

Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychology
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Psychopathology

Background:

  • Sexual offenses are increasing annually.
  • Current treatments for sex offenders have high recidivism rates.
  • Existing approaches do not adequately address the diverse nature of sex offender populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify a specific subgroup of sex offenders.
  • To explore the role of schizotypal personality organization in sex offending.
  • To propose improved treatment strategies for sex offenders.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on sex offender personality.
  • Analysis of data indicating thought disturbances in some sex offenders.
  • Application of schizotypy concepts to understand a sex offender subgroup.

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Main Results:

  • A subgroup of sex offenders exhibits characteristics of schizotypal personality organization.
  • Some sex offenders display significant thought disturbances.
  • Heterogeneity exists within the sex offender population.

Conclusions:

  • Schizotypal personality organization is relevant to understanding a subset of sex offenders.
  • Treatment programs must acknowledge and address the heterogeneity of sex offenders.
  • Interventions targeting cognitive disturbances are crucial for effective sex offender treatment and reducing recidivism.