FACTORS FAVORING THE RECIDIVISM IN THE LIGHT OF FUNCTIONAL ANALYSIS

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: Attempting to obtain socially appropriate behaviors in an environment where there is deprivation of appropriate reinforcers is very evident in the current prison system and makes the high recidivism rate hight. Therefore this work seeks to analyze the contingencies involved in the history of recidivism of an individual, because the limited time of contact with the subject and the multiplicity of behavior does not make sure about the use of independent variables of recidivism. METHODS: Through the historical descriptive study of this subject recidivist convict Lemos Brito Penitentiary in Salvador-BA, using as an instrument to collect data open interview and functional analysis as a method of data evaluation. RESULTS/DISCUSSION: From this study it is possible to conclude that the prison system has difficulty to have effective means for the rehabilitation of the detainee, not prepared in a real way for their integration into society with the main effect of recidivism. CONCLUSION: It is necessary to consider investment strategies in the criminal treatment and monitoring of former convicts and think of public policy building possibilities, considering, among other measures, the psychosocial care.