Abstract
ABSTRACT In this brief article, we provide relevant background concerning the prevalence, characteristics and vulnerabilities of intellectually disabled (ID) sex offenders, as well as scientifically-informed guidelines for assessment and treatment. Specifically, we suggest assessment methods concerning the various areas of vulnerability associated with sex offending risk, with emphasis on dynamic or changeable areas of vulnerability. Treatment guidelines are consistent with an individualized case formulation approach aimed at changing each individual's unique area of vulnerability. We provide a description of Project STOP, as a case example of these principles. A program evaluation of this project revealed a low rate of recidivism and a high degree of treatment adherence. Finally, we propose which elements of the case formulation approach appear to be associated with successful outcome.
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