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Women offenders and reentry issues
1Center Point, Inc., San Rafael, California 94901, USA.
Journal of Psychoactive Drugs
|January 1, 1996
Summary
This study highlights the specific psychoeducational and skills-training needs of incarcerated women. Effective interventions are crucial for successful community reintegration and addressing issues stemming from the prison environment.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Psychology
- Criminology
- Social Work
Background:
- Incarcerated women share many health and behavioral patterns with men but face unique challenges in prison.
- The prison environment can exacerbate victim roles and hinder emotional expression and responsibility.
- Women offenders present complex treatment needs, including social/vocational deficits and relationship conflicts.