Which of the following statements regarding conclusions from evaluation literature on reentry program development is true?
A) programs that provided care, even intermittently, were found to be extremely effective
B) programs that target high-risk offenders and their criminogenic needs were found to be more effective
C) programs that used therapeutic communities were less effective than programs that did not use therapeutic communities
D) programs that target issues of anxiety and self-esteem were more effective than those that target criminogenic needs

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Programs that specifically target high-risk offenders and focus on their criminogenic needs (factors that contribute to criminal behavior) have been found to be more effective in reducing recidivism. This approach is aligned with the Risk-Need-Responsivity (RNR) model, which is a well-supported framework in the criminal justice field for the treatment of offenders.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Conclusions from Evaluation Literature