Journal of Intellectual Disabilities and Offending Behaviour

The Journal of Intellectual Disabilities and Offending Behaviour is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to addressing the unique challenges and critical issues that arise at the intersection of intellectual disabilities and offending behaviour. The journal serves as a vital resource for researchers, practitioners, policymakers, educators, and all stakeholders involved in supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities who encounter the criminal justice system. Through rigorous research, evidence-based studies, and thought-provoking analyses, the journal aims to advance knowledge, inform best practices, and influence policy to foster more equitable and effective outcomes for this often-overlooked population.

Aim

The Journal of Intellectual Disabilities and Offending Behaviour aims to provide a dedicated platform for disseminating research, evidence-based practices, and policy analyses that address the complex relationship between intellectual disabilities and offending behaviour. The journal seeks to:

• Advance understanding of the factors contributing to offending behaviour among individuals with intellectual disabilities.

• Promote the development and implementation of effective assessment, intervention, and rehabilitation strategies.

• Foster collaboration across disciplines to ensure equitable access to justice, improve outcomes, and reduce recidivism.

• Advocate for inclusive, evidence-based policies that recognize and support the unique needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities within the criminal justice system.

Scope

The Journal of Intellectual Disabilities and Offending Behaviour explores a broad range of topics at the intersection of intellectual disabilities and offending behaviour, including:

1. Assessment and Diagnosis: Tools and frameworks for identifying intellectual disabilities in offenders.

2. Legal and Policy Frameworks: Policies, laws, and access to justice for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

3. Forensic Perspectives: Risk factors, offending patterns, and pathways to offending.

4. Treatment, Rehabilitation, and Intervention: Programs, therapies, and strategies tailored to reduce offending and recidivism.

5. Vulnerability and Safeguarding: Addressing risks such as exploitation, abuse, and victimization in justice and community settings.

6. Community and Support Services: Diversion programs and community reintegration models.

7. Prevention Strategies: Early intervention, education, and programs to address underlying causes of offending.

8. Lived Experiences: Perspectives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, their families, and caregivers.