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What does recidivism mean?

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Noun
  1. Committing new offenses after a crime committed in the past.
  2. (psychology) Chronic repetition of criminal or other antisocial behavior.
  3. (by extension) Returning to a negative behavior after having stopped it for a period of time.
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Stress is the main cause of recidivism for many alcoholics undergoing treatment.
The base rates varied greatly according to which definition of sexual recidivism was being used.
Many fire professionals believe that fire-safety education can reduce the recidivism rate among juvenile firesetters.
However, American research suggests that they do reduce recidivism, especially if followed by post-release aftercare.
None of the other demographic factors were significantly related to sexual offense recidivism.
To prevent recidivism the volunteer teachers trekked up and down with their pupils during their annual transhumance.

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