VII. Disassociated Offenders

Assessment Issues:

Some assessment tools can measure relationships between offenders and their communities, families or friends. If, during an interview, staff notices an absence of these important relationships, the offender is likely disassociated. Another good indicator is a home visit, which may reveal that an offender lives alone and has no apparent ties or relationships with other people. An offender also may stick firmly to a daily routine of work and home with no time for or interest in social activities.