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The Reith Lectures
Can we change violent minds?
Dec 17, 2024
In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Gwen Adshead, a forensic psychiatrist, challenges conventional views on violent offenders. She raises crucial questions about the UK's punitive approach versus Norway's rehabilitative model. Dr. Adshead discusses the transformative potential of therapeutic interventions, the role of childhood trauma, and societal attitudes towards violent crime. She emphasizes the need for compassion and community involvement in rehabilitation, advocating for a shift away from revenge-driven policies. A thought-provoking look at justice and healing.
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- Norway's rehabilitation-focused approach to violent offenders highlights the importance of therapeutic interventions in reducing recidivism rates.
- Dr. Adshead emphasizes the need for societal acceptance and understanding of rehabilitation's effectiveness to facilitate change in violent mindsets.
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Norwegian Model of Rehabilitation
Norway prioritizes rehabilitation over incarceration in its approach to managing violent offenders, often viewed as a model for effective criminal justice. This philosophy is supported by public and political consensus, as seen in the nation’s long-standing efforts to reduce recidivism rates through therapeutic interventions. However, recent social changes have begun to challenge these traditional methods, raising questions about their effectiveness and sustainability. An examination of Norway’s model highlights the importance of understanding the underlying behavioral motivations of violent offenders to facilitate meaningful change.
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