The link between occupational performance, mental health and offending behavior is increasingly being recognized. Consequently the number of occupational therapists working with mentally disordered offenders is rising. This book is written by forensic occupational therapists practicing in the UK. It describes their experience of working within a range of environments, including maximum-security prisons and the community. It also addresses practice in specialist clinical areas including learning disabilities, women's services, self-injury, addictive behavior and psychopathy. Throughout forensic services, many different professionals are involved in these activities. This book helps to clarify the different philosophy and value base of occupational therapy. It is a first step in outlining occupational therapy principles and practice within a multidisciplinary framework. This book will be beneficial to all occupational therapists working in forensic settings as well as other team members wanting a better understanding of occupational therapy.