Gangs and groups: the impact on therapeutic processes

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Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to consider the impact having been in a gang has on being in a group in a democratic therapeutic community (DTC). In particular what characteristics attract (in this case) males to join a gang and or group, and what is the impact on a DTC of having former gang members in it. Design/methodology/approach: The paper is a discussion paper considering the implications of the points raised above. It also includes results of research relating to the “Changing the Game” programme. Findings: The findings result from experience of having worked in the environment, reviewing available literature, conducting research and having managed some of the issues raised. It is not a research paper but does present findings. Research limitations/implications: This is a conceptual paper which incorporates findings from this author and others on the impact of gangs in a DTC. There is limited research in this area and so much is drawn from findings in other settings. Originality/value: Little is written on the impact of having been in a gang and the dynamics that introduces in a forensic DTC. Therefore, it is hoped that it will encourage further research in this area.

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Akerman, G. A. (2018). Gangs and groups: the impact on therapeutic processes. Therapeutic Communities, 39(1), 50–58. https://doi.org/10.1108/TC-09-2017-0025

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