A Trauma-Informed Understanding of Online Offending: Adult Losses from Adolescent Searches

This book challenges the confrontational approach to working with sexual offenders and examines the contemporary one-size-fits-all model of treatment. It provides insight into the relationship between internet offending and dysfunctional attachments and neurodiversity, and presents practical therapeutic models for working with forensic clients. It is relevant to psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, and therapists working with forensic clients, as well as probation officers, social workers, and police officers working within child-protection agencies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 09 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the contemporary one-size-fits-all model of treatment for sexual offenders and critically examines the confrontational approach to working with this vulnerable population. In recent years, the prevalence of individuals, predominantly men, being arrested for inappropriate online behavior has surged, raising significant concerns. This book aims to unravel the underlying reasons behind this alarming trend and explore effective strategies to assist these individuals in their rehabilitation and reduce the risk of re-offending. As a standalone follow-up to Hudson-Allez's popular Infant Losses, Adult Searches, this book continues the compelling case study of Gordon, providing readers with a deep insight into the relationship between internet offending and dysfunctional attachments, as well as neurodiversity. Throughout his journey from arrest to rehabilitation, the chapters offer valuable insights into childhood trauma, transgenerational transmission, and diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder and ADHD in relation to cases of online offenders. Moreover, practical therapeutic models are presented to address these complex issues. This book holds immense relevance for psychologists, psychotherapists, counselors, and therapists who work with forensic clients, as well as probation officers, social workers, and police officers involved in child-protection agencies. By exploring the multifaceted aspects of online offending and offering practical solutions, this book contributes to a better understanding of this complex phenomenon and empowers professionals to provide effective support and intervention to those in need.

Weight: 312g
Dimension: 157 x 234 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032361826