Dates: 9/01/2024 - 8/31/2026
Funder: National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research
Project Team: Gina M. Vincent (PI), PhD, Spencer G. Lawson (Co-PI), PhD, and Jennifer Pendleton, MA
Description: This mixed-methods study aims to assess the implementation of Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) in reducing reoffending and enhancing community participation among young adults with mental health concerns who have been involved in the criminal-legal system. RNR involves evaluating individuals' reoffending risk factors, addressing those risk factors that underly their criminal behavior, and tailoring services to their specific needs, including mental health conditions when applicable.
The research objectives include: