Learning outcomes:

By the end of this module we hope you will:

• understand the differences between forensic, CAMHS and adolescent forensic psychiatry and what adolescent forensic psychiatry services can add to case formulations

• know the structure of services available for mentally disordered young offenders and have available contact information

• know how to make a referral for an adolescent forensic opinion

• have an understanding of risk assessment and what instruments are currently used for different types of risk assessment in young people

• know the types of treatment that are available for mentally disordered young offenders as an in-patient in secure psychiatric placements.

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