Corrections Today Magazine Highlight

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 Abstract 

The author discusses various special populations that exist within the criminal justice system and how cognitive intervention programs can be developed and implemented into treatment programs. Special populations such as sex offenders, females, juveniles, and offenders that have substance abuse disorders are discussed within the realm of development and implementation of cognitive treatment programs.  The offender needs to be presented with the correct treatment program so that when they are released from confinement or community supervision, that they will be successful and remain free of criminal activity. 

Keywords: Cognitive treatment programs, females, sex offenders, juveniles, substance abuse disorders