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1 day ago · The connection between mental health and prison will be explored through interviews with certified or licensed counselors and therapists. A mental illness is a medical disorder that affects a person’s behavior, thoughts, and emotions. It also has an impact on social and cognitive functions. Misuse of substances, biological factors, or abuse ...
2 days ago · From Sept. 6 through Oct. 18, 2023, TDCJ issued lockdowns in prisons across the state to search prison cells for drugs and contraband. TDCJ said prison staff seized 2 ounces of fentanyl, 4.94 ounces of PCP, 27.5 ounces of methamphetamine and just over 217 ounces of K2. The current approach isn’t working.
2 days ago · According to studies, this type of confinement can lead to anxiety, paranoia, and depression. The U.S. makes up 5% of the global population but has over 20% of the world's prison population. The likelihood of suicide rises with each instance of imprisonment. Individuals incarcerated once face a 42% higher risk, which escalates to 67% for those ...
2 days ago · A new study by Amanda Butler, Tonia L. Nicholls, Hasina Samji, Sheri Fabian, and M. Ruth Lavergne – first published online in Criminal Justice and Behavior – takes a new approach to studying the effects of mental illness and substance use disorder on incarceration and recidivism. Although several prior studies have noted the prevalence of these disorders among incarcerated individuals, researchers have been unable to draw firm conclusions about how they may act as predictors of recidivism.
1 day ago · Mental health issues are common among prisoners, with many experiencing depression, anxiety, and PTSD. These conditions can worsen substance use disorders, as individuals turn to drugs or alcohol as a means of self-medication. The prison environment can be highly stressful. Inmates face constant threats of violence, the difficulty of being away ...
4 days ago · About three in five people ( 63%) with a history of mental illness do not receive mental health treatment while incarcerated in state and federal prisons. It is also challenging for people to remain on treatment regimens once incarcerated.
3 days ago · Conclusion. To sum up, the pros of incarceration include providing rehabilitation opportunities and protecting communities from dangerous individuals. However, the cons of incarceration include the negative impact on families and communities, financial burden on taxpayers, overcrowding in correctional facilities, and high rates of recidivism ...
