Toward a biosocial theory of offender rehabiltiation: Why does cognitive-behavioral therapy work?

Jamie Vaske, Kevan Galyean and Francis T. Cullen

Journal of Criminal Justice, 2011, vol. 39, issue 1, 90-102

Abstract: The growing insights from neuropsychological research, including within biosocial criminology, have not yet been systematically incorporated into the study of correctional rehabilitation. Given developments in related fields, we argue that moving toward a biosocial theory of offender rehabilitation or neurocriminology will enrich our understanding and effectiveness of these interventions. A particularly promising area to investigate is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). In this regard, we examine research on the neural correlates of skills that are addressed in correctional cognitive skills programs.

Date: 2011
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jcrimjus.2010.12.006

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