The medical model of probation was popular in which of the following time periods?
A) the 1920s through 1930s
B) the 1980s through 1990s
C) the 1940s through 1960s
D) the 1970s through 1980s

Question

The medical model of probation was popular in which of the following time periods?
A) ​the 1920s through 1930s
B) ​the 1980s through 1990s
C) ​the 1940s through 1960s
D) ​the 1970s through 1980s

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The medical model of probation was popular in the 1940s through 1960s. This approach treated probationers as patients who needed help and guidance to overcome their criminal behavior. It emphasized diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation instead of punishment. However, it fell out of favor as more emphasis was placed on punishment and public safety in the 1970s and 1980s.

The Medical Model of Probation Was Popular in Which of the Following