The clinical utility of social information processing theory in assessing and treating offenders with autism spectrum disorder

Chester, Verity and Langdon, Peter E. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7745-1825 (2016) The clinical utility of social information processing theory in assessing and treating offenders with autism spectrum disorder. Advances in Autism, 2 (4). pp. 154-171. ISSN 2056-3868

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Abstract

Purpose: Social deficits are central within conceptualisations of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and separately linked to offending behaviour. Social problem-solving interventions are often used with offenders, but little research has examined the social information processing (SIP) skills of individuals with ASD and a history of criminal offending behaviours. The paper aims to discuss this issue. Design/methodology/approach: This conceptual paper will introduce the SIP model, review SIP research as applied to those with ASD and in forensic populations, and further consider the relevance to the assessment and treatment of offenders with ASD. Findings: Difficulties in all areas of the SIP model are noted in ASD and research suggests these difficulties may be directly linked to behaviour. Practical implications: It is possible that identifying SIP abilities and deficits could improve the effectiveness of rehabilitation programmes for this group. Originality/value: This paper reviews the utility of social information models in the offending behaviour of people with ASD.

Item Type:	Article
Additional Information:	Publisher Copyright: © 2016, © Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
Uncontrolled Keywords:	autism,autism spectrum condition,autism spectrum disorder,criminal justice system,forensic,offending behaviour,developmental and educational psychology,neurology,clinical neurology,cognitive neuroscience,psychiatry and mental health,sdg 3 - good health and well-being,sdg 16 - peace, justice and strong institutions ,/dk/atira/pure/subjectarea/asjc/3200/3204
Related URLs:	http://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?... https://kar.kent.ac.uk/56835/
Depositing User:	LivePure Connector
Date Deposited:	07 Oct 2023 01:26
Last Modified:	09 Oct 2023 00:47
URI:	https://ueaeprints.uea.ac.uk/id/eprint/93184
DOI:	10.1108/AIA-07-2016-0019

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