Abstract
This project was a program evaluation of an innovative approach to working with adolescent sex offenders at a human service agency in the Intermountain West. A literature review shows little content on the use of yoga and meditation instruction in general, and no content on the use of such methods with adolescent sex offenders. There is evidence, however, that such techniques can contribute to the improved physical and mental health of adults. Adolescent participants, their parents, and their trainers in the program were interviewed. Results of the interviews are summarized, and recommendations are forwarded.
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Derezotes, D. Evaluation of Yoga and Meditation Trainings with Adolescent Sex Offenders. Child and Adolescent Social Work Journal 17, 97–113 (2000). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1007506206353
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