Nick Dubin
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and the Criminal Justice System: Breaking the Cycle
Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and the Criminal Justice System: Breaking the Cycle
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This book is essential reading for anyone who wants to better understand the criminal justice system and how it impacts autistic people.
This book explores how and why autistic people get caught up in the criminal justice system, and provides steps to prevent crimes and ensure fair treatment. It highlights the oppressive system that misunderstands and stigmatizes autistic people, especially low-risk individuals and those with less criminal responsibility.
\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 240 pages
\n Publication date: 21 July 2021
\n Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
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Understanding how the features of autism may have contributed to their behavior can be crucial context for the defense of autistic people facing criminal charges. In this insightful book, Nick Dubin explores the factors that lead autistic individuals to become involved in the criminal justice system and the steps that can be taken to prevent such occurrences. He also examines what should be done to ensure fair and appropriate treatment for autistic people who are charged with a crime, covering everything from prevention to the aftermath of sentencing, including available counseling and therapy.
Through his personal experience and thorough research, Nick demonstrates that the criminal justice system can be an oppressive system that misunderstands and stigmatizes autistic people, particularly those who are low-risk and have less criminal responsibility. He highlights the need for reform and advocates for a more compassionate and understanding approach to addressing the needs of autistic individuals within the criminal justice system.
This book is a valuable resource for anyone who works with or cares for autistic individuals, as well as for those who are interested in learning more about the intersection of autism and the criminal justice system. It provides valuable insights and strategies for preventing crime among autistic individuals and ensuring that they receive the support they need if they are charged with a crime.
\n Weight: 368g\n
Dimension: 153 x 228 x 17 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781787753617\n \n
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