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The effects of prison experience, education, and social support on inmates' mental health in Brazil

Center:

OR-Center on Human Development, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Christopher Murray
[email protected]
541-346-1445

Product Description:

This cross-sectional study evaluated how subjective prison experiences, education, and perceived social support affect the mental health of inmates in Brazil. Using self-report instruments, the research analyzed levels of anxiety, depression, and somatic complaints. The findings revealed that positive internal prison environments and robust emotional support networks protect against mental distress. This highlights the need for correctional policies that foster supportive jail structures.

Keyword(s):

Mental health, Prison conditions, Prisoner perceptions, Public health, Social support.

Product/Publication Type(s):

Peer-reviewed publications in scholarly journals Published/In Press

Target Audience:

Professionals, Policymakers, Students

Alternative Format:

Electronic (disc, CD, 508 compliant web posting)

To Obtain Copies (URL or Email):

DOI: 10.1108/IJOPH-04-2024-0021

COVID-19 Related Data:

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