Erica Breuer, Marc Rémond, Stacey Lighton, Jane Passalaqua, Jennifer Galouzis, Kelly-Anne Stewart, Elizabeth Sullivan
Abstract Background Women in prison are a vulnerable group, often with a history
of abuse, out-of-home care, mental health problems and unemployment. Many are
mothers when they become involved in the criminal justice system and their
gender and parenting related needs are often not considered. The aim of this
rapid review was to thematically synthesize the existing research on the needs
and experi... hiện toàn bộ
Abstract Background Individuals who are incarcerated have greater healthcare
needs than non-justice-involved individuals, yet incarcerated individuals often
report substandard care. There are disproportionate numbers of black,
indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) in prison, who, even in general society
face greater obstacles to accessing healthcare and have worse health outcomes
due to structur... hiện toàn bộ
Rebecca Pedruzzi, Olivia Hamilton, Helena H. A. Hodgson, Elizabeth Connor, Elvira Q. Johnson, James Fitzpatrick
Abstract Background Young people with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) can
face significant challenges in their lives, including overrepresentation in the
justice system from a young age. Police questioning and court proceedings can be
difficult for these young people to navigate. Practice and policy responses are
necessary to identify these individuals, provide appropriate
support/rehabilit... hiện toàn bộ