Social problems of female inmates at the Central Women's Prison: A field study in Baghdad

Abstract

Abstract

The present study examines the social and psychological factors influencing women's criminal activity within Baghdad Central Prison. It reveals that factors such as divorce, infidelity, and domestic violence play a major role in driving women toward crime. These factors also act as catalysts, pushing them to make decisions that may lead to legal violations.

Conversely, challenges within the prison, such as severe overcrowding and inadequate healthcare and infrastructure, negatively impact the inmates' psychological well-being and hinder their rehabilitation. The study also indicates that the absence of reform and training programs exacerbates the inmates' problems and weakens their chances of reintegration into society after release.

At the same time, the study emphasizes the importance of psychological and social support and the necessity of providing a supportive rehabilitation environment for inmates. This will help reduce recidivism rates and enhance opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration.

The study concluded that addressing the social and psychological problems of female inmates requires an integrated approach that includes improving conditions inside the prison and providing effective support programs, which contributes to building a better future for the inmates and for society