Challenges Associated with Parenting While Incarcerated: A Review

Dargis, Monika; Mitchell-Somoza, Arielle

doi:10.3390/ijerph18189927

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“…Although the alternative measures of detention, such as Group Homes and home detention, are aimed at supporting parenting, in this preliminary report, the mothers in detention experienced a higher level of distress than those who are not in detention. This is in accordance with the current literature, as mothers in detention in other countries, such as in the US, were reported to display higher levels of stress compared to the general population [9][10][11]28]. Following the preliminary findings of the present report, it seems that the current measures of alternative detention in Italy do not sufficiently provide the parenting support necessary for protecting the well-being of both mother and child.…”

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Motherhood in Alternative Detention Conditions: A Preliminary Case-Control Study

Lai

Rossi

Scicchitano

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Many women in detention are mothers and often the sole caregivers of their children. Italy, as most European countries, allows mothers to keep their children with them in detention, with the aim of preserving the fundamental bond between mother and child. Since prison does not seem to provide a good environment for the child’s growth, there are different alternative residential solutions, such as Group Homes. The aim of this preliminary study was to explore the differences between mothers living in detention through alternative measures with their children and mothers who are not detained regarding parenting stress, child behavior from the parent’s perspective, and maternal attachment. Twelve mothers were enrolled in this study, divided equally between the detained and the control groups. Both groups’ participants completed a three-questionnaire battery in order to assess parenting stress, child’s behavior, and maternal attachment. The analyses of variance showed significant differences between the two groups, with the detained group reporting higher scores than the control group in almost all the subscales of parenting stress. The results highlighted that imprisoned mothers might experience more stress than the general population. There is a need to design intervention programs to support parenting in detention.

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“…Given these opinions, there are data resulting from different studies to consider. First, it seems reasonable to expect mothers in detention to feel powerless, to experience distress regarding their role, and stress related to deprived conditions [9][10][11].…”

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Motherhood in Alternative Detention Conditions: A Preliminary Case-Control Study

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Rossi

Scicchitano

et al. 2022

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“…Visits might also not be possible if the young child is in the foster care system., which is not uncommon for children of incarcerated parents (Glaze & Maruschak, 2010; Johnson, 1991; Mumola, 2000). Furthermore, visits or contact with the parent might not be in the best interest of the young child, particularly if the adolescent parent is abusive or working through their own problems (Dargis & Mitchell-Somoza, 2021). Visits might also be challenging for the young parents.…”

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Babies Having Babies: Incarcerated Adolescent Parents and Their Emotional Well-Being

Young

Diamond

2023

Youth Violence and Juvenile Justice

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Adolescent parents have been the subject of scrutiny for decades, with a great deal of research focused on how these young parents adjust to their new roles. There is one group of adolescent parents about which we know next to nothing, though: incarcerated adolescent parents. To fill this gap, the current study examines whether parental status affects the emotional well-being (e.g., mental health diagnoses and suicidal tendencies) of incarcerated adolescent parents. We also consider whether these effects are gendered. Results suggest that adolescent parents, especially young mothers, have worsened mental health during incarceration. This effect was most pronounced for suicidal tendencies. These results underscore the importance of providing additional supports for young parents within juvenile facilities. Doing so could not only improve the safety and security of these confinement facilities but improve the long-term outcomes of these young parents and their offspring.

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“…Monica evaluated the impact of parenting programs on child-based proof for women housed in federal prisons run by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. Her findings (Monika Dargis, 2021) further show that the program developed for women or mothers to increase skills, nurture children,…”

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Challenges in Care of Children in Corruption Cases: Economic, Social and Cultural Aspects

Junida,

Mutmainnah

2024

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Studies regarding the care of prisoners' children always involve the psychological problems that arise. So far, the existing findings do not examine the socio-economic perspective in the practice of caring for the children of prisoners. This research is important to do to find out how the family is able to organize itself. For support parenting children, what about stigma and discrimination to family prisoner influence methods they educate children their relationships with neighbors and community around impact on his upbringing and what his condition is like social economy influence parenting child prisoner? This research uses qualitative methods with in-depth interviews and participant observation, using case studies on families of corruption case inmates at Class 1 Correctional Institutions (Lapas) in Makassar City. Using an ethnographic approach with case studies through descriptive analysis of social structure, family structure, social support, and the impact of socio-economic conditions of prisoners on child care in terms of finances, education, employment, and economic support, which influence the ability of prisoner parents to provide adequate attention and care, worthy of their children. Researchers found that socioeconomic conditions play an important role in the upbringing of prisoners' children. Challenges in access to education and health services, economic limitations in providing care, and the impact of social stigma are important aspects that need to be considered in helping prisoners' families provide quality care for their children. By understanding the impact of these social and economic factors, it is hoped that this research can provide deeper insight and support in designing appropriate interventions to improve the quality of care for prisoners' children in families with limited socio-economic conditions.

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Challenges Associated with Parenting While Incarcerated: A Review

Cited by 10 publications

References 106 publications

Motherhood in Alternative Detention Conditions: A Preliminary Case-Control Study

Motherhood in Alternative Detention Conditions: A Preliminary Case-Control Study

Babies Having Babies: Incarcerated Adolescent Parents and Their Emotional Well-Being

Challenges in Care of Children in Corruption Cases: Economic, Social and Cultural Aspects

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