Fidelity


“How well” programs incorporate risk, need, and responsivity.

- Fidelity is related to successful outcomes (i.e., recidivism reductions).

- Poor fidelity can lead to no improvement or even negative effects.

- Fidelity cannot be assumed.

- Fidelity can be measured and monitored.

- Accidental adaptation can pose significant problems.

- Too much adaptation might decrease effectiveness.