Criminal Justice
Personality disorder is a recognised mental disorder, but an underdeveloped area of mental health. It affects many people in society, most of whom do not commit offences. For some, however, it significantly contributes to offending and risk related behaviours. Approximately two-thirds of prisoners meet the criteria for at least one type of personality disorder (Stewart, 2008; Singleton, 1998).
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About DSPD programme
The DSPD programme delivers new mental health services for people who are or have previously been considered dangerous as a result of severe personality disorder(s)
Research
Research and evaluation has been at the centre of the initiative since its outset.
A substantial programme of research is underway and further research is planned for future years.
Access useful information on admission criteria to the programme and the classification of personality disorders.
The links section provides information about organisations of relevance to personality disorder services, treatment and support.
Therapeutic communities
Therapeutic community is a term applied to a participative, group-based approach to long-term mental illness, personality disorders and drug addiction and has gained some reputation for success in rehabilitation and patient satisfaction in Britain and abroad.
Women’s services
Women’s services are designed to deliver specialist healthcare interventions within a female prison setting and provide an expansion to the already established male programme.
An essential part of the programme’s service development strategy is to increase the evidence base.
Contact the programme to find out more.