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. 2014 Feb 1;53(2):95-115.
doi: 10.1080/10509674.2013.868388.

Predictors of High Level of Hostility among Homeless Men on Parole

Adeline Nyamathi, Benissa Salem, David Farabee, Elizabeth Hall, Sheldon Zhang, Farinaz Khalilifard, Mark Faucette, Barbara Leake

Predictors of High Level of Hostility among Homeless Men on Parole

Adeline Nyamathi et al. J Offender Rehabil. .

Abstract

High levels of hostility present a formidable challenge among homeless ex-offenders. This cross-sectional study assessed correlates of high levels of hostility using baseline data collected on recently-released male parolees (N=472; age 18-60) participating in a randomized trial focused on prevention of illicit drug use and recidivism. Predictors of high levels of hostility included greater depressive symptomatology, lower self-esteem, having a mother who was treated for alcohol/drugs, belonging to a gang, more tangible support, having used methamphetamine and having a history of cognitive difficulties. These findings highlight the need to understand predictors of hostility among recently released homeless men and how these predictors may relate to recidivism. Research implications are discussed as these findings will shape future nurse-led harm reduction and community-based interventions.

Keywords: Ex-Offender; Forensic Nursing; Homeless; Hostility; Reentry; Substance Use.

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