Psychology in Prisons

Nonfiction, Health & Well Being, Psychology
Cover of the book Psychology in Prisons by Pamela Baldwin, David Cooke, Jacqueline Howison, Taylor and Francis
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Author: Pamela Baldwin, David Cooke, Jacqueline Howison ISBN: 9781134861941
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: September 11, 2002
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Pamela Baldwin, David Cooke, Jacqueline Howison
ISBN: 9781134861941
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: September 11, 2002
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

Psychology in Prisons illustrates how a knowledge of psychological principles can lead to a better understanding of the prison environment and the problems that occur within it. The authors show how psychology can be used to increase understanding of prisoners and to deal with day-to-day problems in prison life. They focus on key problem areas such as sex offenders, violent criminals and the issue of AIDS. The book also explores the effects of the prison environment on staff and suggests means of reducing the levels of stress.

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Psychology in Prisons illustrates how a knowledge of psychological principles can lead to a better understanding of the prison environment and the problems that occur within it. The authors show how psychology can be used to increase understanding of prisoners and to deal with day-to-day problems in prison life. They focus on key problem areas such as sex offenders, violent criminals and the issue of AIDS. The book also explores the effects of the prison environment on staff and suggests means of reducing the levels of stress.

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