Wedgwood has a Specialized Residential Treatment Program for adolescent boys with sexual behavior problems. Some youth who exhibit sexual behavior problems have been exposed to childhood abuse themselves (physical, emotional, sexual). Others have developed unhealthy perceptions of sexuality through exposure to graphic materials such as pornography. Youth are taught tools to develop emotional regulation, raise self-esteem, develop social skills, build leisure skills, and enhance daily living skills. They are taught the connection between what was done to them, and how that has impacted the choices they have made. With early and appropriate intervention, the majority of youthful offenders can go on to lead healthy and productive lives, breaking the cycle of abuse and sexual offending behavior.
This program is specific to boys, ages 10-17, who have engaged in inappropriate sexual behaviors. It is helpful if the youth acknowledges his behavior and is open to discussing it.
Referrals are made through an agency that will provide funding for services, such as Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) or Juvenile Courts. In general, insurance does not pay for residential treatment at Wedgwood.
The Good Lives Model of Offender Rehabilitation is the treatment intervention used. Treatment will focus on helping youth understand what Primary Needs were being met through their inappropriate sexual behaviors, and then look at replacing the negative behaviors with healthy behaviors. Primary Needs are described as:
These are achieved through:
Referrals are made through an agency that will provide funding for services, such as Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) or Juvenile Courts. In general, insurance does not pay for residential treatment at Wedgwood.