Legal and psychological determinants of the resocialisation of juvenile offenders. Psychological methods used in resocialisation

Abstract

The article deals with issues related to the crime and resocialisation of juvenile in Poland. Numerous statistics, the characteristics of centers intended for juveniles, as well as a description of psychological interactions in the social rehabilitation of juveniles manifesting aggressive and self-aggressive behavior were taken into account. The article presents aggression as learned behaviors that can be changed using well-chosen psychological methods, with particular emphasis on methods based on cognitive behavioral therapy. The effectiveness of these therapies has been noted. The article indicates the advantages and disadvantages of this form of interaction along with comments that could be applied in the future. Among the advantages, the structuring of the method was indicated. On the other hand, the disadvantages included among others motivation of participants. An important aspect of the variety of activities was highlighted in order to keep participants motivated.

Keywords

• criminality
• juveniles
• therapeutic’s influences
• resocialisation
• psychological’s influences