In the Context of Psychological Services Provided to Jail Inmates

question 44

Multiple Choice

In the context of psychological services provided to jail inmates, what does the service of diversion determine?

• A)Whether a pre-trial inmate might meet criteria to be moved from a juvenile court to a criminal court
• B)Whether an inmate might meet criteria to be moved from a maximum-security prison to a minimum-security prison
• C)Whether an inmate might meet criteria for his/her probation conditions to include drug use monitoring and mental health treatment
• D)Whether a pre-trial inmate might meet criteria for a community-based program such as drug court or mental health court

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Definitions:

Poor Decisions

Choices or judgments that result in negative outcomes, often due to factors such as lack of information, incorrect assessment, or cognitive biases.

Competition

A situation in which individuals or groups strive against one another to achieve a goal that cannot be shared or to attain a superior position.

Conflict

A situation of disagreement or dispute between parties with perceived incompatible goals, needs, or desires.

McGrath's Model

A framework for understanding group tasks and performance, identifying different types of group tasks and the dynamics involved in completing them.