... spectrum disorder Asperger syndrome Case formulation Offence paralleling behaviour Secure settings Violent offending ASD does not appear to account for a large number of crimes in society, though certain characteristics may render those on the spectrum vulnerable to offending. Comorbid...

... in some circumstances if the person with ASD appears to become aggressive due to heightened anxiety. 2. Custody sergeants may misinterpret adequate language skills in those with Asperger syndrome (AS) as meaning the suspect is not vulnerable and fail to use an “appropriate adult” to assist...

...Eddie Chaplin; Jane McCarthy; Marlene Kelbrick; Jane Radley Purpose People with Asperger syndrome are at increased risk of co‐morbid mental health problems. The core features underlying autism are likely to play an important role in offending behaviour amongst this population. Forensic...