Abstract
This article will provide a brief overview of the literature related to male sexual offenders with intellectual disabilities. Sexual offenders with intellectual disabilities present a unique challenge to correctional and criminal justice professionals for a variety of reasons. Of concern, individuals with intellectual disabilities may go undetected (Marotta, 2015) and can spend many years incarcerated before someone realizes an incarcerated individual has an intellectual disability. In addition, it is not uncommon for this population to have deficits or responsivity needs that make it difficult for them to understand what is being told to them, they may not be able to read or write, or they may misinterpret cues. Furthermore, their behaviors should not be overlooked, and a multidisciplinary approach may be needed for this population. As a result, it is important criminal justice and treatment professionals take the time to understand the needs of sexual offenders with intellectual disabilities, to include adapted treatment approaches.
Recommended Citation
Fenrich, Amanda
(2019)
"Sexual Offenders with Intellectual Disabilities: A Brief Overview,"
Forensic Scholars Today: Vol. 5:
Iss.
4, Article 4.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.csp.edu/forensic_scholars_today/vol5/iss4/4