Mental health problems in young male offenders with and without sex offences: a comparison based on the MAYSI‐2

ConclusionsJuvenile sexual offending seems less likely to be committed in the context of an anti‐social lifestyle than other offending. Important findings among young sex offenders are their higher levels of mental health problems among those detained and convicted than among those on probation or awaiting trial. Assessment of the mental health of young sex offenders seems to be even more important the further they are into the justice system. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Source: Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health - April 1, 2015 Category: Criminology Authors: Cyril Boonmann, Rebecca J. Nelson, Frank DiCataldo, Lucres M. C. Jansen, Theo A. H. Doreleijers, Robert R. J. M. Vermeiren, Olivier F. Colins, Thomas Grisso Tags: Original Article Source Type: research