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Private Prisons: Profiting from Incarceration

Published on January 16, 2025, by InmateAid Table of Contents Introduction The Business of Incarceration Trump's Immigration Policies and Private Prisons The Future of Private Prisons Economic Efficiency vs. Human Rights A Call for Reform FAQs About Private Prisons...

Cooking Behind Bars: How Food Shapes Prison Life and Culture

Published on January 15, 2025, by InmateAid Table of Contents Introduction Food as a Social Bond Commissary Creativity Signature Dishes Behind Bars The Emotional Connection Food as Currency and Barter System Black Market Transactions in Prison Cultural Adaptations in Prison...

Combating Contraband in Prisons: Prevention, Risks, and Solutions

Published on January 14, 2025, by InmateAid Table of Contents Introduction Common Types of Contraband How Contraband Gets In How Contraband is Being Prevented The Ongoing Battle FAQs Conclusion Introduction Contraband is a persistent challenge in correctional facilities,...

Solitary Confinement: Examining Mental Health Impacts and Ethical Challenges

Published on January 13, 2025, by InmateAid Table of Contents Introduction Mental Health Impacts of Solitary Confinement Ethical Concerns Surrounding Isolation Slang Names for Solitary Confinement Arguments in Favor of Solitary Confinement Reform Efforts and Alternatives FAQs...