Transforming corrections: Humanistic approaches to corrections and offender treatment (original) (raw)
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This paper explores humanistic approaches to corrections and offender treatment, emphasizing the importance of respect and agency in rehabilitation. It critiques conventional correctional practices that foster mistrust and dehumanization, advocating for strategies that promote positive relationships between inmates and staff. Key concepts include the role of therapeutic trust, the impact of social constructions on perceptions of offenders, and the application of positive criminology principles to reduce recidivism and enhance rehabilitation.
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