What is Shock Incarceration?
Stuff They Don't Want You To Know
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Unraveling Shock Incarceration
This chapter critically explores the structure and impact of Shock Incarceration (SI) programs, revealing the harsh conditions and psychological abuses endured by inmates. Through firsthand accounts and journalist reports, it highlights the potential parallels with modern slavery and raises urgent questions about the ethics of such punitive measures. The discussion also scrutinizes the efficacy of these programs, challenging the notion of rehabilitation and the motivations underlying their implementation.
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