Citation

Day A, Daffern M, Dunne A, Papalia N, Thomson K. Int. J. Forensic Ment. Health 2019; 18(1): 12-20.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2019, Simon Fraser University - Mental Health, Law and Policy Institute, Publisher Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/14999013.2018.1504353

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

This article discusses issues arising when interviewing men and women in forensic mental health services, noting that many patients in these settings have significant histories of aggression or violence. The differences between interviews conducted for assessment purposes and those that are conducted as part of treatment are noted. We identify some important considerations for interviewers. These relate to characteristics of the client, characteristics of the interviewer, and features of the mental health setting that might impact on the interview. Some practical recommendations are offered to assist forensic mental health practitioners who conduct both types of interview.

Language: en

Keywords

interview; offender; therapeutic alliance; Violent