Recidivism, Health And Social Functioning Following Release To The Community Of NSW Prisoners With Problematic Drug Use, An Evaluation Of The Connections Program
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$536,966.00
Summary
High rates of return to custody and poor health are experienced by ex-inmates with problematic drug use. This project will evaluate the Connections program, an innovative, statewide program in NSW Adult Correctional Centres providing pre-release assessment and post-release support for patients with problematic drug use. It will determine if patients on the Connections program have lower rates of recidivism and better health outcomes; and if outcomes are different for Aboriginal patients.
Speech Pathology Intervention For Young Offenders With Language Impairment
Funder
National Health and Medical Research Council
Funding Amount
$107,182.00
Summary
Male young offenders are at high risk of undetected oral language impairments. This study will assess language impaired young offenders, and evaluate the efficacy of speech pathology intervention to improve oral language skills. The study will also evaluate whether this intervention can enhance other interventions and rehabilitation, and reduce the chances of reoffending, through the development of prosocial behaviours and characteristics.