Clare Melvin
University of Kent, United Kingdom
Title: Autism Spectrum Conditions and Offending Behaviour: A Systematic Review of Treatment
Biography
Biography: Clare Melvin
Abstract
Theoretical suppositions suggest a potential vulnerability in individuals with autism spectrum conditions (ASC) to offending. Additionally, possible barriers to treatment from the features of ASC have also been proposed, including social naivety, difficulties with empathy and special interests/obsessions. A systematic review was conducted to identify empirical evidence and examine the effectiveness of available treatment programmes for offenders with ASC.