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Citation |
Mahoney AL, Karatzias T. Int. J. Forensic Ment. Health 2012; 11(3): 191-202. |
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(Copyright © 2012, Simon Fraser University - Mental Health, Law and Policy Institute, Publisher Informa - Taylor and Francis Group) |
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Abstract |
There has been an increased focus on understanding the factors that may be predictive of violent recidivism among female offenders. Previous research has indicated that repeat and one-time violent female offenders have very different profiles. All female prisoners incarcerated for a violent offense in Scotland over a two-month period (n = 87) were compared on a range of demographic, offending, behavioral and mental health variables. Multivariate regression analysis revealed a lack of 'spousal' relationships and early onset of violent offending were significant predictor variables that distinguished the recidivist subgroup (explaining 68.2% of variance). Difficulties with intimate relationships are, however, noted for both subgroups. |