Social Psychology in Offender Reentry Journal Article

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When working with offenders through the process of reentry, it is important to utilize methods and interventions that have been shown to be effective and t hat help to reduce recidivism. Social psycho... logy has many applications in the rehabilitation of offenders. This assignment asks you to combine these elements to determine how the principles of social psychology apply to evidence-based practices when working with this population of individuals. Imagine you have been selected to write an article for a peer-reviewed journal on correctional program support services and recidivism. Write a 1,400- to 1,750-word journal article on evidenced-based practices in offender rehabilitation that reduce recidivism. Include the following: Describe a minimum of three evidence-based practices utilized in correctional program support services that have shown to reduce the effects of stress, foster happiness, and reduce recidivism in offenders working towards reentry. Explain the elements of social psychology discussed throughout the course that must be taken into consideration when structuring and administering services to aid offenders in reentering into society. Describe how methods of stress management can help to reduce recidivism. Include a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed sources. Format your journal article according to APA guidelines. Submit your journal article to the Assignment Files tab. [Show More]

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