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Journal of Interpersonal Violence, Vol. 20, No. 1, 12-19 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/0886260504268088

Developments in the Assessment and Treatment of Sexual Offenders

Looking Backward With a View to the Future

Jeffrey Abracen

Jan Looman

Correctional Service of Canada

This article provides a brief review of a number of key developments within the area of sexual offending over the past two decades. In addition, several directions for future research are discussed. The review presents information concerning several well-validated risk assessment instruments that are available. As well, some of the accumulating evidence concerning the efficacy of contemporary approaches to treatment with sex offenders is mentioned, as are theoretical developments within the field.

Key Words: sexual offenders • assessment • psychopathy


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