Document Type
Honors
Department
Sociology, Justice Studies Program
Abstract
Examines the impact of mental illness on criminal recidivism, using samples of offenders at the Adult Correctional Institutions of Rhode Island. Compares adjusted groups of mentally ill and non-mentally ill offenders in terms of reincarceration rates, substance abuse, and infractions committed while incarcerated at the A.C.I.
Recommended Citation
Nadeau, Amanda M., "A Study of Mental Illness as a Causal Factor in Recidivism among Adult Inmates at the Adult Correctional Institutions of Rhode Island" (2007). Honors Projects. 6.
https://digitalcommons.ric.edu/honors_projects/6
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