ABSTRACT
There is increasing evidence suggesting a link between ADHD and criminality, including a strong association between ADHD symptoms and the likelihood of being on probation or in prison. Most studies investigating the prevalence of ADHD in prison populations have focused on adult male offenders. In the current study, 69 female prisoners were screened for both childhood and adult ADHD symptoms using the Barkley Adult ADHD Rating Scale-IV. The results indicate that 41 % of the prisoners met the diagnostic criteria for ADHD in childhood and continued to meet criteria for ADHD as adults. More importantly, young female prisoners (aged 18-25) were significantly more likely to report symptoms of ADHD than older prisoners. Prisoners who reported symptoms of ADHD also reported high levels of impairment associated with these symptoms. A better understanding of the prevalence of ADHD in female prison units can highlight specific areas for intervention during rehabilitation, as well as the management of serious incidents within prison.
Subject(s)
Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/epidemiology , Prisoners/psychology , Prisoners/statistics & numerical data , Adolescent , Adult , Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity/diagnosis , Female , Humans , Middle Aged , Prevalence , United Kingdom/epidemiology , Young AdultABSTRACT
Erectile dysfunction is caused by physiological, psychological and sociocultural influences. This article discusses the relevance of erectile dysfunction to men with a learning disability. Erectile dysfunction is likely to be a hidden problem and an unmet health need for many men with a learning disability. Because of the paucity of published research in this area, the authors draw on their nursing experiences. They suggest a person-centred approach should be used to address the needs of these men, giving consideration to the sensitive nature of the problem.
