An evaluation of case formulation training and consultation with probation officers

ConclusionsThe purpose and utility of formulation may vary according to the context in which it is applied. Progress in developing formulation skills may depend on the nature and length of the previous experience of this skill. Future research should take account of such variance, with this scale as a potentially useful aid in monitoring progress.
ImplicationsThe capacity for teaching formulation to probation officers could be investigated further by comparing the process with formulation development by mental health experts with previously extensive formulation experience.Formulation will probably need to be adapted to meet the needs of the context in which it is developed.The relationship between formulation and management outcome was not investigated here and would be a further important step. Copyright © 2013 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

Source: Criminal Behaviour and Mental Health - October 4, 2013 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Philip Minoudis, Jackie Craissati, Jake Shaw, Mary McMurran, Mark Freestone, Stuart J. Chuan, Ania Leonard Tags: Invited Special Issue Article Source Type: research