18 Questions
What is a common complaint of prisoners regarding institutional rehabilitation programs?
Programs lack interest from correctional staff
During the 20th century, what was the main belief regarding the state's role in improving citizens' lives?
The state could and should intervene to improve citizens' lives
Which approach to offenders was attacked in the late 20th century for being 'soft on crime'?
Individualized treatment
According to research, what needs can be effectively addressed to reduce crime rates?
Criminogenic Needs
Why is rehabilitation in prisons more likely to be effective if followed up after release?
To provide support in areas like work placement after release
'What Works' movement in penal policy primarily focuses on:
Addressing changeable criminogenic needs
What is the main reason behind the frustration felt by prisoners towards work in prison?
Repetitive and mundane nature of the work
What attitude is essential for effective prisoner rehabilitation?
Mutual respect
Why are mandatory Offender Management Programs (OMP’s) considered superficial according to the text?
They do not address long and short-term goals of prisoners
What is highlighted as one of the key elements necessary for motivating prisoner participation in prison-based programs?
Offering purposeful work related to outside jobs
Why is the lack of trust between prisoners and staff considered detrimental to rehabilitation efforts?
Leads to cautious and detached behavior in prisoners
What is the suggested approach to address both short and long-term goals of prisoners within prison-based programs?
Building skills applicable to outside jobs
What is one of the problems highlighted in the text regarding the implementation of rehabilitation in practice?
Staff shortages
What is a common perception of prisoners regarding rehab efforts within the institution?
Prisoners feel that they must seek out treatment
Why are offenders often unmotivated to participate in Offender Management Programs (OMPs) according to the text?
Prisoners feel forced to attend OMPs just to fulfill their sentence
What role do staff perceptions play in the success of rehabilitation efforts according to the text?
Staff attitudes can impact the success of rehab efforts
Why do prisoners find it challenging to trust staff members in the rehabilitation process?
Nature of prisons makes respect and trust difficult between staff and prisoners
What is one of the reasons mentioned in the text that makes prisoners perceive that rehab efforts are only done because prisons are required to?
'Ticking boxes' requirement for prisons to conduct rehab
Test your knowledge on the impact of prison work on prisoner rehabilitation. Explore topics such as the limitations of mundane work, staff attitudes towards rehabilitation, and the importance of meaningful interactions between staff and prisoners.
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