In:
Forensische Psychiatrie, Psychologie, Kriminologie, Springer Science and Business Media LLC, Vol. 15, No. 3 ( 2021-08), p. 274-283
Abstract:
This article presents empirical data and three case reports on pharmacological treatment in forensic aftercare of subjects diagnosed with personality disorders and comorbid psychiatric diagnoses. Data from 117 patients of the forensic outpatient clinic in Berlin were examined. Overall we found a prevalence of almost 60% of personality disorders in this sample, with antisocial and narcissistic personality disorder being the most common. Increased comorbidities were found for substance abuse disorders and paraphilic disorders in this sample. Of those diagnosed with personality disorder, 60% are prescribed a pharmacological treatment. No significant differences were found with regard to the duration of treatment up to the reference date in December 2020 and the number of crises and violations of conduct for the year 2020 for patients with a personality disorder compared to patients with other psychiatric disorders. The three case reports describe individuals who have committed sexual offenses and for whom a combined psychopharmacological treatment of antiandrogens and additional pharmacological medication as part of an overall treatment plan for forensic follow-up represented an effective intervention. The data and case reports are discussed with regard to their practical relevance for work in forensic aftercare.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
1862-7072
,
1862-7080
DOI:
10.1007/s11757-021-00675-8
Language:
German
Publisher:
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Publication Date:
2021
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2264831-8
SSG:
2
SSG:
2,1
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