Mental Health And Offending: Care, Coercion And Control

This book explores the controversial relationship between mental health and offending and looks at the ways in which offenders with mental health problems are cared for, coerced and controlled by the criminal justice and mental health systems. It provides a criminological perspective on forensic mental health. Beginning with an exploration into why this relationship is complex, it introduces various viewpoints and considers politics, policies, rights, risks, treatment, and systemic challenges. Suitable for courses in criminology, social work, and public policy, it is also relevant for practitioners in mental health and criminal justice.