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Inmate family functioning.

Shirley R Klein1, Geannina S Bartholomew, Jeff Hibbert

  • 1School of Family Life, Brigham Young University, 1062 SWKT Provo, UT 84602, USA. shirley_klein@byu.edu

International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology
|July 13, 2002
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Incarcerated individuals reported significantly different family life perceptions compared to non-inmates, particularly in family bridging, disengagement, and overall quality of life. These findings highlight needs for targeted correctional facility interventions.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Criminology

Background:

  • Family dynamics significantly impact individual well-being and behavior.
  • Understanding differences in family life perceptions between incarcerated and non-incarcerated populations is crucial for rehabilitation and reintegration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare retrospective perceptions of family life dimensions between inmates and non-inmates.
  • To identify specific areas of family life that differ significantly between these two groups.
  • To inform the development of family-focused interventions within correctional settings.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study design was employed.
  • 209 non-inmates and 169 inmates completed validated questionnaires assessing 12 dimensions of family life and overall quality of life.

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  • Independent-samples t-tests and eta-square analyses were used to compare group differences.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant differences were observed between inmates and non-inmates across most family life dimensions, with the exception of self-reliance.
    • Meaningful effect sizes (eta-squares) were found for family bridging, disengagement, and quality of life.
    • Gender did not yield meaningful differences in family life perceptions within the tested groups.

    Conclusions:

    • Incarceration is associated with distinct retrospective perceptions of family functioning, particularly concerning connection, distance, and life satisfaction.
    • Family life interventions within correctional facilities should address specific dimensions like bridging and disengagement.
    • Further research is warranted to explore the nuances of family life and its impact on the incarcerated population.