Social and Emotional Competences of Sexual Offenders against Adolescents: A Case Study
Social and Emotional Competences of Sexual Offenders against Adolescents: A Case Study
Author(s): Giulio D'URSO, Francesca Lionetti, Maria Spinelli, Mirco Fasolo, Irene PetruccelliSubject(s): Social Sciences, Sociology, Applied Sociology, Evaluation research, Criminology, Studies in violence and power, Family and social welfare
Published by: Expert Projects Publishing
Keywords: sexual offender; clinical evaluation; case study; abuse; emotional problems; social development;
Summary/Abstract: The sexual harassment of adolescents is a heterogeneous phenomenon; however, some aspects of the perpetrators of these crimes appear obscure or little - known. This study aims to investigate the emotional and relational skills of a sex offender through the critical analysis of his psychological path. The sex offender is a middle - aged man accused of sexual acts with minors. The patient has socio - relational deficits as well as immaturity in the sexual–affective sphere, which make him vulnerable. During the clinical path, he was very tired and felt the weight of what he was caring for. The patient should carry out training aimed at restructuring his cognitive distortions, working on the aspects concerning relationships. This case study highlights how necessary investments are in policies that allow sex offenders to try to improve their conditions as well as allowing social inclusion free from prejudices and stigmatizations. It will ultimately reduce the risk of recidivism.
Journal: Revista de Cercetare şi Intervenţie Socială
- Issue Year: 2023
- Issue No: 82
- Page Range: 7-24
- Page Count: 18
- Language: English