A feasibility study to identify the presence of autism specific risk factors in secure services using an autism specific framework

What is it about?

Some individuals with autism may engage in violent behaviour. Research into Autism Specific Factors (ASFs) that may contribute to violence is limited. The purpose of this study is to explore the feasibility of use of an ASF framework which was developed by Shine and Cooper-Evans (2016) to inform risk formulation and treatment needs. This study provides initial support that ASFs play a role in offending behaviour of individuals with Autism. These findings suggest that the identification of ASFs could enhance risk assessments and facilitate more targeted treatment planning for offenders with Autism.

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