Affiliation:
1. Research Institute of Child Development and Education, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands
2. Child and Adolescent Studies, Utrecht University
Abstract
Prison-based dog training programs (DTPs) aim to improve successful rehabilitation after detention. However, empirical evidence for their effectiveness is lacking. To evaluate the effectiveness of a DTP—Dutch Cell Dogs (DCD)—on externalizing behavior, stress, self-esteem, empathy, and treatment motivation, a pilot study with a Multiple Case Experimental Design in six adolescents residing in a juvenile justice center (JJC) was conducted. Results did not provide convincing evidence for DCD’s effectiveness. Further research is needed to determine whether and for whom DCD could be a useful addition to regular JJC programming.
Subject
Psychiatry and Mental health,Clinical Psychology,General Medicine,Pediatrics, Perinatology and Child Health
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