Following Assessment of a Violent Offender, the Assessor Finds That

question 30

Multiple Choice

Following assessment of a violent offender, the assessor finds that the offender has difficulty preventing her frustration and aggression from spilling over into violence. Which type of treatment would be most effective for this offender?

• A) cognitive-behavioral therapy
• B) substance-abuse treatment
• C) anger management
• D) therapeutic community

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