The Psychological Effects of Solitary Confinement
Solitary confinement has long been a contentious practice in the criminal justice system, raising significant concerns about its impact on mental
Advocating for the Rights and Well-Being of Incarcerated Individuals
The United States houses millions of individuals in jails and prisons, facilities that are too often characterized by overcrowding, violence, and
Prison Violence: Statistics and Insights
The issue of prison violence is a concerning aspect of the legal system, affecting countless lives and posing serious questions about security,
Navigating the Intersection of Mental Health and Incarceration
Mental disorders in prison are a critical issue that intersects with broader discussions about mental health and incarceration. Understanding the
Addressing the Crisis of Overcrowding in Prisons Across the US
The issue of prison overcrowding in the US has become a critical concern that reflects broader systemic issues within the American criminal justice
Substances and Crime Statistics
The U.S. has the highest incarceration rate globally, with nearly 1.9 million people confined across various systems, including state prisons,
Capital Punishment and Race
Throughout American history, capital punishment has been impacted by systemic racism, with discriminatory laws explicitly targeting Black individuals
The Death Penalty and Mental Illness
According to the 2023 Gallup Poll, support for the death penalty in the United States has fallen to a 40-year low, with only 42% of Americans in
Juvenile Life Without Parole (JLWOP)
Juvenile life without parole (JLWOP) is a sentence that places a child 17 years old or younger in prison for life without the possibility of parole.
Prison and Mental Health Reform
It is undisputed that correctional facilities in the United States are facing a mental health crisis. Approximately 35% of individuals in state and
Effects of Prison on the Family
Scope of the Problem The dramatic rise in incarceration rates in the United States since the 1970s has resulted in a significant increase in the
Destigmatizing Mental Health in Prisons
Destigmatizing mental health in prisons is a complex and multifaceted endeavor fraught with challenges. While it is a crucial step towards improving
