week 7 assignment critique rehabilitation efforts

This week, you will write a brief critique of the state of rehabilitation in correctional settings and its impact on recidivism, particularly for inmates with mental health needs.

In your critique, reflect on and include information that you learned in this course about the correctional environment and community corrections. Be sure your critique addresses the following:

Identify at least three specific challenges to rehabilitative programming.
Describe at least two treatment methods that have been shown to assist in reducing recidivism.

Support your assignment with references from at least two scholarly sources.

Length: 2-3 pages

Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to Northcentral University’s Academic Integrity Policy.