Evaluating an Anger Management Treatment Programme among Violent Offenders at Harare Central Prison

Abstract

Through the collection and analysis of quantitative data, this research study seeks to assess the efficacy of an anger management treatment programme for violent offenders at the Harare Central Prison. Evidence based interventions are necessary to address anger related issues among prisoners because of the high incidences of violence and aggressiveness in and out of the correctional facilities. To evaluate the effect of the anger management programme on the participant outcomes, the study uses a strict approach. The measuring change questionnaire for anger is used in the study design to measure the anger levels, identify the motivations for violent behavior, to assess the effectiveness of the treatment programme and if the participants are aware of their triggers before and after the treatment programme. The intervention group is made of participants or inmates who are of violent offenders who participate in the anger management treatment programme. A validated questionnaire is used to gather quantitative data before and after the intervention period. The pre and post intervention ratings will be analysed using Statistical package for the social sciences. The results of the study will offer factual support for the efficacy of Harare Central prison’s anger management programme for violent offenders. The findings will add to the body of knowledge already available on interventions for anger management in correctional settings, particularly in the context of Zimbabwe. By emphasizing the value of evidence based therapies in treating anger related problems among violent offenders and enhancing rehabilitation results, these results can influence policy and practice.