The needs and experiences of mothers while in prison and post-release: a rapid review and thematic synthesis

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 a...

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Main Authors: Erica Breuer, Marc Remond, Stacey Lighton, Jane Passalaqua, Jennifer Galouzis, Kelly-Anne Stewart, Elizabeth Sullivan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-11-01
Series:Health & Justice
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40352-021-00153-7