Neurodivergence and the Criminal Justice System

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Häftad, Engelska, 2026

AvTom Smith,Roxanna Dehaghani,Blánaid Gavin,Etain Quigley,Emma Smith,Blanaid Gavin

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This book explores key topics in the area of neurodivergence and the criminal justice system of England and Wales, encompassing a synopsis of up-to-date academic literature, key challenges in the area and the practical implications for fair and effective justice processes.Neurodivergent individuals are more likely to encounter the criminal justice system as victims and accused persons, in addition to being more likely to face barriers and adverse outcomes associated with CJS involvement. It is increasingly recognised that specifically adapted approaches are required to address this at all stages of the CJS, from policing through to prisons. This book explores and critically appraises existing scholarship and practices in this context, signposting areas for further research and policy development, and highlighting best practice approaches which have demonstrated potential in England and Wales. Whilst there are books which touch on neurodivergence generally, or specific forms of neurodivergence (for example, autism or developmental language disorder) and the CJS, this will be the first to deal specifically with neurodivergence as a broader phenomenon in justice processes, providing a novel contribution to the field. Each chapter includes recommendations/tips for practice with a focus on pragmatic application for practitioners.This book will appeal to anyone working in the fields of neurodiversity or criminal justice as well as those working therapeutically with offenders. It will also appeal to researchers, policy makers, and academic faculty.

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Utgivningsdatum2026-07-27
Mått156 x 234 x undefined mm
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieNeurodiversity
Antal sidor578
FörlagTaylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN9781041070856

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Dr Tom Smith, LLB, PhD, is Associate Professor in Law at the University of the West of England (UWE), UK, specialising in criminal justice, fair trial and neurodivergence.Dr Roxanna Dehaghani, LLB, LLM, PhD, is a Reader in Law at Cardiff University, UK, specialising in vulnerability in the criminal process.Dr Blánaid Gavin, PhD, is an Associate Professor at University College Dublin, Ireland, and a Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. She is co-founding editor of the journal NeurodiversityDr Etain Quigley, PhD, is Lecturer in Law at Maynooth University, Ireland. Her research specialisms are neurodiversity and mental health. She is co-founding editor of the journal Neurodiversity.Dr Emma Smith, PhD, received her PhD from Toronto Metropolitan University and is an independent researcher and consultant in Toronto, Canada.

Chapter 1: Neurodivergent Perspectives in Policing: Embracing Diversity for an Inclusive Criminal Justice System’ by Alice Siberry, Adam Greenslade, Victoria BellChapter 2: Autistic and under Arrest: Challenges faced by Autistic People by Bobbie Jay WhiteChapter 3: ‘Confabulation: considering neurodivergence and confession credibility’ by Michelle WhiteChapter 4: ‘Impact of FASD on forensic interviews: Challenges, Implications, and recommendations’ by David J Gilbert, Uzma Naseem, Tania Goddard, Alan D Price, Raja AS Mukherjee, Penny A Cook, Clare S. AllelyChapter 5: ‘It needs to be a more holistic approach”: Person-centred care to support autistic people and people with learning disabilities in prisons’ by Rachael Mason, Lauren Smith, Niko Kargas, Jim Rogers, Todd HogueChapter 6: ‘Supporting autistic individuals in a prison setting: an interdisciplinary review’ by Kim Turner, Alexandra Lewis, Mo FosterChapter 7: ‘Mitigating Double Vulnerability: Neurodivergence in Youth Justice through a Humanising Care approach’ by Claire Westwood and Victoria TurleyChapter 8: ‘Don’t ask Him – ask Me’ by David WilkinChapter 9: ‘The Challenge and Promise of Understanding the Criminal Justice Response to Neurodivergent Children and Extremism’ by Gina Vale and Craig WebberChapter 10: ‘Neurodiversity, our Criminal Justice System, and Mutual Aid theory’ by Mel Jordan, Anne-Marie Day, Andrew Forrester, Jane McCarthy, James Tangen, Emma Joyes, Eddie Chaplin,