Citation

Levenson JS. J. Evid. Based Soc. Work (2004) 2009; 6(4): 361-375.

Affiliation

College of Liberal Education, Lynn University, Boca Raton, Florida, USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15433710902911147

PMID

20183683

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.

Language: en