MHS Public Safety

Recent trends indicate a concerning rise in lone-actor terrorism or violence involving adolescents. Our latest blog post explores school violence prevention with insights from Reid Meloy, PhD At J. Reid Meloy, PhD, A Forensic Psych. Corp..  Read blog: https://lnkd.in/e9xZbmvv  As the Terrorist Radicalization Assessment Protocol-18™ (TRAP-18) was developed, it was used in scenarios focused on adult subjects involved specifically with terrorism. However, a recently published study provides significant insights into the application of the TRAP-18 in the context of adolescence. #ViolencePrevention #Adolescents

MHS is attending the Canadian Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (CATAP) 2024 Workshop and Conference.  Visit our booth to learn more about the Terrorist Radicalization Assessment Protocol-18™ (TRAP-18) and its relevance to threat assessment professionals. The TRAP-18 model is crucial for identifying and managing potential threats, making it highly relevant for all attendees. On November 7, from 8:40 -10:10 a.m., author of the TRAP-18, Reid Meloy, PhD At J. Reid Meloy, PhD, A Forensic Psych. Corp. will be co-presenting a session with Julia Kupper, titled, “The Gazette Newspaper Targeted Attack: Social Media Analysis, Target Dispersion, And a Misanthropic State Of Mind.” Can't make the conference? Learn more about the TRAP-18: https://lnkd.in/g4s5DvmQ #CATAP2024 #ThreatAssessment 

Join Reid Meloy, PhD At J. Reid Meloy, PhD, A Forensic Psych. Corp. on November 14 and 15 for a live webinar training using the Hare Psychopathy Checklist-Revised: 2nd Edition (Hare PCL-R™: 2nd Ed.)       ▶ The development of the PCL-R will be discussed ▶ Item-by-item instructions will be given on how to reliably score the measures and interpret their findings ▶ A review of the peer-reviewed research on the PCL-R will be provided ▶ Guidance will be put forth on how to apply reporting conventions ▶ Case studies will be employed to allow you to practice using the instruments and learn to avoid common administration errors.    For more information on registration requirements and to sign up, visit: https://lnkd.in/gCiBtAEC

In this study titled "A Cyberterrorist Behind the Keyboard: An Automated Text Analysis for Psycholinguistic Profiling and Threat Assessment," authors Etaywe, Macfarlane, and Alazab leverage AI and NLP tools to profile cyberterrorists and assess threats.   Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gCszAVnD   This research provides valuable insights into the language and behaviors of violent extremists, with practical implications for threat assessment. The study provides empirical evidence and methodological advancements in using psycholinguistic profiling for threat assessment, enhancing the understanding and application of MHS' Terrorist Radicalization Assessment Protocol-18™ (TRAP-18) in identifying and managing potential threats.   #ThreatAssessment #TRAP18 #Security #RiskManagement

A recent study published in L'Encéphale offers newfound support for the ability of the Level of Service/Case Management Inventory™ (LS/CMI™) to assess recidivism risk.    Read Study: https://lnkd.in/gPg28fJ2   The study found that the LS/CMI demonstrated acceptable inter-rater reliability and internal consistency when used with a sample of French violent offenders. The LS/CMI also showed strong correlations with other established risk assessment tools, indicating good convergent validity.   Interested in learning more about the LS/CMI? Click here: https://lnkd.in/grm6aAUx   #LSCMI #France #PublicSafety #LevelofService #CaseManagement #Recidivism #Assessment

MHS will be at the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Annual Conference and Exposition this year. Find us at booth #369 from October 19-22 and discover STRENGTH, a training tool for corrections professionals to develop skills required to cope in a stressful environment and prevent burnout, among other MHS public safety solutions.  Can't make it to IACP? Learn more about STRENGTH here: https://lnkd.in/gyNdY9-u  #IACP #IACP2024 #IACPConference #STRENGTH #PublicSafety

“Most young people will stop offending without intervention as they mature, and there are negative consequences related to formal justice system involvement. It, therefore, makes sense to divert youth who are unlikely to re-offend.”    Our recent blog explores innovative strategies designed to provide tailored interventions for young justice-involved individuals, emphasizing rehabilitation over punishment. Discover how diversion can mitigate the adverse effects of formal processing, balance accountability with support, and foster fair decision-making for better outcomes both individually and within society. Through insightful analysis and real-world examples, we highlight the importance of recognizing each youth's unique needs and risks, ultimately paving the way for a more effective and humane approach to justice.     Read the blog here: https://lnkd.in/gy9buH3F #Diversion #YouthDiversion #Rehabilitation #Justice #PublicSafety

MHS is proud to share STRENGTH, a transformative training solution designed to empower corrections and law enforcement personnel with the resilience they need to thrive in high-stress environments. Combining advanced psychological techniques with real-world scenarios, STRENGTH equips teams with the skills to cope effectively, prevent burnout, and significantly reduce employer-related costs.     Delivered in a stigma-free format, our program offers convenient sessions that fit seamlessly into your team’s schedule, whether in briefing rooms or through engaging online training. With a focus on building robust support networks and ingraining essential resilience concepts into everyday practice, STRENGTH ensures that every staff member can navigate challenges with confidence and clarity.    Learn more about STRENGTH here: https://lnkd.in/gKkeKxBJ

On World Mental Health Day, take a moment to reflect on the unique stressors correctional staff face daily, from the constant risk of violence to the emotional toll of managing justice-involved individuals. This profession works hard to keep the public safe. However, studies show correctional staff have a 39% higher suicide rate than other workers and a life expectancy 12-16 years shorter than the general population. These issues are a growing concern and addressing them is crucial for the well-being of correctional staff and the effectiveness of the correctional system.  Let’s commit to supporting the wellbeing of our correctional staff and recognizing their critical role in our justice system. Discover ways that innovative technologies are transforming correctional staff well-being: https://lnkd.in/gQyRpERt #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealth #CorrectionalStaff #CriminalJustice #DigitalInnovation #WMHD2024  

The Terrorist Radicalization Assessment Protocol-18™ (TRAP-18) has shown promising potential beyond its original intent, particularly in assessing threats posed by adolescents and young adults. A recent case study applied the TRAP-18 to Nikolas Cruz, the perpetrator of the tragic Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in 2018. Although Cruz did not have an explicit ideological motive, the application of TRAP-18 demonstrated its effectiveness in identifying warning behaviors and characteristics associated with targeted violence. This groundbreaking analysis highlighted that Cruz exhibited six of the eight proximal warning behaviors and eight distal characteristics outlined in the TRAP-18. These findings suggest that the protocol could be a valuable tool in threat management, especially concerning young individuals who may not fit traditional definitions of terrorism but still pose significant risks.   Importantly, while this case illustrates the TRAP-18's adaptability, further research is essential to validate its effectiveness for broader use with adolescents. The dynamics of young targeted attackers appear to share more similarities than differences, indicating that risk assessment instruments like the TRAP-18 may be more versatile than previously anticipated.   Learn more about TRAP-18: https://lnkd.in/gAvENWkb