Several studies have sought the factors that are related to prison adjustment. However, this
construct is poorly explored among female populations and even less so in those with …

Background This study investigates the prisoner and prison-level factors associated with
healthcare utilization (HCU) and the dynamic effects of previous HCU and health events. We …

Background incarceration and mental health problems are known to have a strong empirical
association. Many studies have confirmed the high prevalence of mental health problems …

This longitudinal study investigated the self-reported adjustment of 75 young adults (aged
17–22 years) newly admitted to a Portuguese prison, and examines changes, correlates …

Purpose Although persistent offenders with histories of imprisonment and violence have
disproportionate high rates of psychiatric disorders, little is known of their psychiatric …

The adversity quotient has an important role in an individual's life. By having a high adversity
quotient, individuals will be able to overcome the difficulties faced. Juvenile prisoners are …

Aside from school, guidance and counseling service can also be provided at the Children's
Special Guidance Institute. Guidance and counseling are essential for child prisoners as it …

Background: incarceration and mental health problems are empirically known to have a
strong association. Many studies have confirmed the high prevalence of mental health …

Introduction: Numerous studies globally confirmed that young prisoners are more
susceptible to mental health problems compared to adult prisoners and the general …

Mental health problems have become a common occurrence in American correctional
settings. This occurrence is not equally distributed in terms of gender; incarcerated women …