Abstract
Through a literature review, the treatment needs of women who are incarcerated with a dual diagnosis, both mental health and substance use disorder, will be addressed and evaluated. Specifically, this literature review will examine the impact of trauma and mental health disorders on creating addictive patterns. Since it is common for incarcerated women to have dual diagnoses, there is a need for effective and reachable treatment modalities when approaching incarcerated women. Much of the jail/prison sentences do not specifically address the recovery and treatment demands the women need to overcome trauma and substance use. This lack of availability typically renders substantial increases in recidivism and re-incarceration. Counselorspecific approaches that may be helpful include cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, seeking safety, acceptance commitment therapy, group versus individual counseling and self-compassion. Specific multicultural approaches will be addressed as well.
Date of Award
12-1-2018
Document Type
Capstone Paper
Department
Counselor Education
First Advisor
Dawnette Cigrand
Recommended Citation
Nichols, Jennifer, "Treating Incarcerated Women with Co-Occurring Disorders" (2018). Counselor Education Capstones. 88.
https://openriver.winona.edu/counseloreducationcapstones/88
Unique Identifier
wsucedcap0000088
Rights
Educational use only. All copyright protections apply.
