The authors examined 219 referrals to a forensic psychology outpatient service between 1989 and 1996. Factors including age of client, whether it was first or subsequent referral, number of agencies previously involved, and type of problem were examined to determine their relationship to the outcomes of nonattendance, early dropout, or completion of assessment/therapy. Type of problem for which the referral was made was found to be significant, with referrals for anger control carrying a poor prognosis for successful completion of therapy. Recommendations for the more effective functioning of the service were made.
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