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Reviewed on: July 31,2019
Prison Discipline

Are people as mean as everyone says in prison?

Inmates are frustrated and most lack any hope for the future, so they frown a lot.
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Answered by a former federal inmate · 14+ years advising families
✓ Verified answer July 31,2019 · Prison Discipline
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Inmates are frustrated and most lack any hope for the future, so they frown a lot. It doesn't mean that they are inherently angry, they're just in a tough situation and if you have to do time with them, you just need to know who are the ones to stay away from.

Accepted Answer Date Created: July 31,2019
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About this answer: This response was prepared by InmateAid’s editorial team in consultation with former inmates who have direct experience with the federal correctional system. InmateAid has served families of the incarcerated since 2012. This is general information only — not legal advice. Last reviewed July 2019.