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  • Criminology
  • Psychology
  • Correctional Healthcare

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  • Restrictive prison environments are linked to problematic inmate behavior.
  • Prison populations exhibit high rates of trauma and mental health issues.
  • Trauma-informed practices are crucial for effective intervention design in correctional settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of environmental enrichment through prisoner-selected, peer-led activities.
  • To assess the effects of these activities on inmate behavior, social interactions, and well-being.
  • To explore the integration of trauma-informed care within prison interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Direct observation of inmate engagement in activities.
  • Analysis of existing facility data on problematic behavior.
  • Surveys of prisoners and staff regarding intervention acceptability and effects.

Main Results:

  • Prisoners actively engaged in and led diverse activities.
  • The majority of prisoners reported positive impacts on behavior, social relationships, and well-being.
  • Staff perceptions were generally positive, albeit more reserved than prisoner reports.

Conclusions:

  • Environmental enrichment via peer-led activities shows promise for improving prison environments.
  • Institutional behavior records may lack sensitivity to detect intervention effects.
  • Developing more robust measures for behavior change is essential for future research and practice.