Dangerous and Severe Personality Disorder (DSPD) programme

A term from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice (APP), reproduced under the Open Government Licence with a link back to the authoritative source.

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Definition

A specialized program for offenders with severe personality disorders assessing entry criteria and management.

This definition is drawn from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice. For the full operational guidance and current wording, read it at source.

college.police.uk/app/major-investigation-and-public-protection/managing-sexual-offenders-and-violent-offenders/offenders-mental-health-issues

Related terms

Care Programme Approach (CPA)

A framework for the assessment and management of individuals with complex mental health needs.

Mental Health Act 1983

Legislation that governs the admission of individuals to hospital against their will, their rights while detained, and their aftercare.

Potentially Dangerous Persons (PDPs)

Individuals who pose a significant risk of harm to themselves or others due to severe mental health issues.

Definition reproduced from the College of Policing Authorised Professional Practice under the Open Government Licence v3.0. See the source link above for the authoritative, current wording.