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Using Theory to Understand the Barriers to Engagement in Group Offending Behavior Programs
Emma Holdsworth1, Erica Bowen2, Sarah Brown1
11 Coventry University, UK.
Understanding barriers to engagement in group offending behavior programs is crucial. The study identifies program, facilitator, and offender factors hindering completion, proposing solutions for better engagement.
Area of Science:
- Criminology
- Psychology
- Social Work
Background:
- Noncompletion of group offending behavior programs is a significant issue.
- Existing theories primarily address motivation, neglecting engagement barriers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop Program Engagement Theory (PET) addressing engagement determinants, processes, and barriers.
- To identify specific barriers to engagement in group offending behavior programs.
Main Methods:
- Grounded theory analysis of interviews with 23 program facilitators and 28 offenders.
- Data collection through interviews and session observations.
Main Results:
- Barriers classified into program/referral factors (e.g., uninformative referrals, rigid content), facilitator characteristics (e.g., lack of control), and group member characteristics (e.g., lack of motivation, disruptive behavior).
Conclusions:
- Program design, facilitation strategies, and facilitator training are key to overcoming engagement barriers.
- PET offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and improving program engagement.
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