Self Acceptance and Significant Other as Psychososial Resources for Female Narrant Resilience With Lifetime Penalties

Hamzah, Imaduddin

doi:10.52472/jci.v1i2.13

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“…Imprisonment itself creates a constrained and pressurized environment, and those serving longer sentences may experience even higher levels of pressure. Nevertheless, female prisoners have shown resilience in the face of sentencing, with self-acceptance and the presence of a significant other serving as protective factors (Hamzah & Kumalasari, 2018). Overpopulation, staff shortages, and budgetary constraints are common challenges faced by the Philippine correctional system, along with fragmented and inconsistent rehabilitation services (Annison, 2018;Dennett, 2019;Antonette, 2019).…”

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A Mother’s Unconditional Love: Experience of a Person’s Deprived of Liberty (PDL)

Aquino

2023

JEHCP

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This study aims to retell and comprehend the story of a mother in the Bureau of Corrections (BuCor) using a narrative approach, focusing on her life choices that reflect her unconditional love for her imprisoned children. The research seeks to explore the obstacles she encounters and the coping mechanisms she utilizes to survive behind bars, as well as any valuable life lessons she has learned. The research participant was selected through purposive sampling, and the researcher ensured the validity and pilot testing of the questionnaire guide. Throughout her journey, the mother faces both positive and negative events that challenge her ability to survive and overcome various obstacles. These challenges include the absence of family support, limited food availability, and the management system within BuCor. However, the study finds that these challenges can be overcome. Despite the difficulties, the mother actively participates in numerous BuCor activities, which allows her to gain profound insights and reflect on her own behavior. She has willingly made sacrifices in her life without any regrets, all for the sake of her children's survival.

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A Mother’s Unconditional Love: Experience of a Person’s Deprived of Liberty (PDL)

Aquino

2023

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Positive Impacts of Prison-Based Gardening and Horticultural Activities for Previously Incarcerated Individuals

Fisk,

Hamilton-Giachritsis

2024

Ecopsychology

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The high costs of freedom: subjective well-being and mental health in prisoners in Chile

Valdebenito,

Benjumeda,

Hadler

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Purpose Although our understanding of mental health and well-being is continually evolving, certain populations such as individuals deprived of liberty remain understudied and stigmatized. Despite ongoing research in various countries, mental health exploration in Chile lags behind nations like the USA. Recognizing this gap, this study aims to address this disparity by analyzing subjective well-being and mental health levels within a Chilean prison setting in the postpandemic context. Design/methodology/approach Design was nonexperimental, cross-sectional, descriptive and relational using quantitative techniques. Data was collected using Ryff and brief DASS-21 scales into three different sections of the studied prison. In total, 97 people participated. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis. Findings Levels of subjective well-being range from mild to low, with best scores in environmental mastery and worst in autonomy. Women obtained best scores on purpose in life and positive relations with others. Mental health levels measured in terms of anxiety, depression and stress showed worst levels in males. A positive correlation was observed between mental health and substance use and between mental health and violence. Research limitations/implications Answers depend on the victim's report, which is biased by its interpretation, along with fearing consequences from the answers and distrust in authorities. This can lead to altered (unrealistic) values in relation to substance use, violence suffered and levels of subjective well-being, among others. Another limitation is the number of participants of this study, along with the fact that it was carried out in only one penitentiary center in Chile. Practical implications A challenge and a practical implication of this study is the need to do more work to promote mental health and well-being. Specifically, within this limited context where survey can send bias responses, a challenge is to work and promote mental health from a gender a perspective. Social implications Results presented here also highlight the relevance of studying in depth prisoners’ mental health, considering gender differences across well-being and mental health variables. Moreover, it shows the importance and urgence to advance in respecting human rights, as democratic and diverse societies, and in terms of ethical aspects linked to research of this type in vulnerable populations like prisoners. Originality/value This study contributes to the understanding on the intricated interplay between subjective well-being, mental health and various factors within prison environments, offering valuable insights for targeted interventions and policy considerations.

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Self Acceptance and Significant Other as Psychososial Resources for Female Narrant Resilience With Lifetime Penalties

Cited by 4 publications

References 12 publications

A Mother’s Unconditional Love: Experience of a Person’s Deprived of Liberty (PDL)

A Mother’s Unconditional Love: Experience of a Person’s Deprived of Liberty (PDL)

Positive Impacts of Prison-Based Gardening and Horticultural Activities for Previously Incarcerated Individuals

The high costs of freedom: subjective well-being and mental health in prisoners in Chile

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