A Literature Review of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) for Forensic Patients and Implications for Future Research

The positive correlation between work and health is widely acknowledged and evidenced; and a strong predictor for successful community integration for forensic patients. Conversely, a lack of vocational opportunities progressively damages health, and potentially leads to disability, exasperation of mental illness and decreased life expectancy A review and literature search was undertaken to ascertain how vocational rehabilitation, specifically the individual placement and support model (IPS), within forensic settings can assist those transitioning from secure units to community living.