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Armon J Tamatea


Armon J Tamatea

University of Waikato, New Zealand

Biography

Armon J Tamatea is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Psychology at Waikato University and former Senior Advisor for psychological research with the Department of Corrections, New Zealand. Some of his research and practice interests include criminal justice and forensic psychology, institutional violence, psychopathy and personality disorders, the role of culture in psychological practice, gang communities, and intervention with serious violent and sexual offenders. He currently divides his professional time between teaching, research, clinical practice, and supervision.

Abstract

Abstract : “I’ve been stabbed, cut, had bones broken, I’ve broken heads, I’ve punched out eyes…I love it!”- Towards an understanding of the rehabilitation needs of gang members in New Zealand