Older Offenders Current Trends
“Older Offenders Current Trends” by Sol Chaneles, published by Psychology Press in 1989, presents a comprehensive examination of the latest interdisciplinary research on older offenders. This 248-page volume delves into the nature of offenses committed by older adults and discusses empirical research on sentencing alternatives. It serves as a resource for both academicians and practitioners, providing insights into the unique management and correctional challenges associated with the incarceration of this demographic.
Readers will find a thorough exploration of various aspects related to older offenders, including their adjustment to prison life, as well as the physical and emotional health care needs that arise during incarceration. The book also addresses rehabilitation strategies and the preparation necessary for reintegration into society post-incarceration. Covering topics such as criminology, gerontology, and social work, this scholarly work aims to enhance understanding of the complexities surrounding older offenders and their treatment within the criminal justice system.
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Here is the most up-to-the-minute interdisciplinary research that has been conducted on older offenders. This scholarly volume highlights the dimensions of the offenses committed by older adults and features empirical research addressing the sentencing alternatives applied to older offenders. Academicians and practitioners also provide much-needed insight into the management and correctional issues that arise with the incarceration of older offenders, including adjustment to prison life, physical and emotional health care, and rehabilitation and/or preparation of the offender for the return to life outside prison.
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