Comparing Pathways of Desistance: An International Perspective (International Series on Desistance and Rehabilitation)

Cover
Half Title
Series Information
Title Page
Copyright Page
Table of Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
General Editor’s Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction: Taking Stock of the Knowledge About Desistance From Crime
	Social Bonds and Change
		Employment
		Marriage
		Parenthood
		Education
	Beyond Social Bonds
		Personal Characteristics and Context
		Identity and Cognition
		The Role of Probation
		Social Networks and Places
	Research Context and Comparative Research
	References
Chapter 2 Theoretical and Methodological Frameworks for Cross-National Comparative Research
	Towards Structural Explanations
	Beyond Structural Explanations
	Feared Selves and Future Selves
	Cognitive Transformations and Identity Theories
	An Interactive Model of Early Stages of Desistance
	An Integrated Model for Comparative Work
	Reflections On Ontology
	Epistemology and Research Design
	Research Questions and Objectives
	Recruitment and Sampling
	Ethical Considerations
	The Interviewing Process
	Sample
	Analysis
	References
Chapter 3 Setting the Societal and Criminal Justice Contexts
	Comparing Societies: Attitudes and Values of English and French People
	Universalism
		Conformity
		Tradition
			Religion
		Social Relationships
		Self-direction
		Summarising the ESS Analysis
		Public Opinion On Crime
	Punitiveness and Alternatives to Imprisonment
	The Use of Non-Custodial Measures
	Reoffending and Preventing Reoffending
	The French Probation Services
	Probation in England and Wales
	Employment and Criminal Record Checks
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 4 Understanding Desisters: Looking to the Past
	Narratives of Offending
		Offence Range
		Reflecting On Offending
	Making Sense of Offending
	Current Problematics
		Employment
		Addictions
		Mental Health
		Religion
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 5 Understanding Desisters: Making Sense of Change
	Existentialism and Desistance From Crime
	Emotional Recollections of Offending
		Guilt
		Regret
	Feared Selves
		Comparisons With Persistent Offenders
		“Too Much to Lose”
		An Unwanted Scenario – Imprisonment
	Reflecting On Change
		Becoming “Better People”
		Thinking About Life
		Generativity and Moving On
	Looking to the Future
		Aspirations of Normalcy
		Goals and Future Selves
		Eagerness to Move On
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 6 Mechanisms of Change: The Role of Support Systems
	Social Issues, Peer Support, and Desistance
	Relationships With Families
	Support From Social Networks
		Housing
		Securing Employment
		Peers and Desistance
	Support From State Services and Third Sector
		Moral Support
		Practical Support
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 7 Experiences and Perspectives of Probation Supervision
	A Brief Recap of Probation in England and France
	The Settings of Probation Supervision
	Experiences of Probation
		The Probation Officer
		The Scope of Support
	Between Punishment and Rehabilitation
		Perceptions of Probation
		Pains of Probation
		Compliance and Rehabilitation
	Signalling Desistance
	References
Chapter 8 What Desistance ‘Looks’ Like: Comparing Typical Days in the Lives of Desisters
	The Value of ‘Snapshots’ Into People’s Lives
	Active Days
		Those Who Worked
		Those Who Did Not Work
	‘Downtime’
		Peers and Social Networks
		Leisure Activities
		Self-isolation
	Residential Moves
	Discussion
	References
Chapter 9 Discussing the Differences: Narratives and Pathways of Desistance in England and France
	Locating the Research Within the Literature
	Summing Up the Analysis
	Typical Journeys of English and French Desisters
	Interpreting the Findings
		Narratives of Change: Looking Inwards Vs Looking Outwards
		Pathways of Desistance: Conformity Vs Self-Preservation
	Implications for Policy and Practice
	Concluding Thoughts
	References
Index