Sex Offender Polygraph Examination: An Evidence-based Management Tool for Social Workers
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-12-2009
Abstract
This article will review the use of polygraphy in the assessment and treatment of sexual perpetrators. Such information can be utilized by social workers who are involved in the treatment and case management of child sexual abuse cases. First, the controversial literature regarding the validity and reliability of polygraph examination in general will be reviewed. Next, an emerging body of evidence supporting the utility of polygraph testing with sex offenders will be discussed. Finally, ways that social workers can incorporate this knowledge into their case management and clinical roles will be offered.
Publication
Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work
Volume
6
Issue
4
Pages
361-375
Department
College of Arts and Sciences
Peer Reviewed
1
Recommended Citation
Levenson, J. S. (2009). Sex offender polygraph examination: An evidence-based management tool for social workers. Journal of Evidence-Based Social Work, 6(4), 361-372. https://doi.org/10.1080/15433710902911147
