Prof. Sean Kaliski joins us to discuss the dilemmas confronting forensic psychiatrists when dealing with sexual offenders… and whether or not to ascribe their offence to disorders of their personalities, or mental illness. The consequences of this decision has profound implications for the offender – namely whether to be treated or jailed.

If you or someone you know needs help, please see the resources below:

South African Depression & Anxiety Group (SADAG):
0800 12 13 14

Rape Crisis:
rapecrisis.org.za
021 447 9760

ChildLine South Africa:
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Sexual Offending and Personality Disorders