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Theories of Cognitive Distortions in Sexual Offending: What the Current Research Tells Us

Ó Ciardha, Caoilte, Ward, Tony (2013) Theories of Cognitive Distortions in Sexual Offending: What the Current Research Tells Us. Trauma, Violence, & Abuse, 14 (1). pp. 5-21. ISSN 1524-8380. (doi:10.1177/1524838012467856) (KAR id:33379)

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Abstract

Cognitive distortions in sex offenders are specific or general beliefs/attitudes that violate commonly accepted norms of rationality that have been shown to be associated with the onset and maintenance of sexual offending. In this paper we describe the major theories that have been formulated to explain the role of distorted cognition in initiating and maintaining sexual offending. We evaluate each theory in light of a set of theory appraisal criteria and the available empirical research. Finally, we conclude by drawing together the results of this theory evaluation process and highlight the major implications for treatment and future research.

Item Type: Article
DOI/Identification number: 10.1177/1524838012467856
Uncontrolled keywords: sex offenders; cognitive distortions
Subjects: B Philosophy. Psychology. Religion > BF Psychology
Divisions: Divisions > Division of Human and Social Sciences > School of Psychology
Depositing User: Caoilte O Ciardha
Date Deposited: 12 Mar 2013 18:25 UTC
Last Modified: 16 Nov 2021 10:10 UTC
Resource URI: https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/33379 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes)

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