Factor invariance of Cluster B psychopathology among male and female inmates and association with impulsive and violent behavior

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 40-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Janet I. Warren ◽  
Mandi Burnette
Keyword(s):  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Factor Invariance

Sex Differences in Inmates: Anger, Sensitivity to Provocation and Family History of Imprisonment

2021 ◽  
pp. 0306624X2110491
Author(s):  
Marta Bodecka-Zych ◽  
Anna Zajenkowska ◽  
Mary Bower Russa
Keyword(s):  
Family History ◽  
Comparison Group ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Female Prisoners ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Incarcerated Populations ◽  
History Of ◽  
Male Prisoners

Little research has explored the role of aggression, anger, and family history of incarceration as they relate to female offenders. The current study aimed to address this gap in the literature by investigating these possible risk factors for incarceration among both men and women. The survey involved 123 (61 female and 62 male) prisoners convicted for violent crimes and a comparison group of 118 (60 female and 58 male) adults from the community. We found that women (convicted and non-convicted) were more sensitive to provocation than men, while community adults showed higher levels of trait anger than prisoners. Detainees were more likely than community adults to have a relative in prison. Although male and female inmates were equally likely to have a relative in prison, they differed in their relation to the imprisoned relative. Male and female prisoners showed increased risk for incarceration of same sex, first degree relatives (father and brothers for men, and mothers for women). These results may contribute to improved understanding of incarcerated populations. As such, this represents a critical first step in creating recovery programs that are more gender appropriate.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Violent Behavior among Adolescents in Northeastern Brazil

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roberto Jerônimo dos Santos Silva ◽  
Nara Michelle Moura Soares ◽  
Antônio César Cabral de Oliveira
Keyword(s):  
Alcohol Consumption ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Descriptive Statistics ◽  
Northeastern Brazil ◽  
Alcoholic Beverages ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Public Network ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Behavioral Variables

The aim of this study was to identify prevalence and factors associated with violent behavior among adolescents in Aracaju and Metropolitan region. The study included 2207 adolescents (16.03 ± 1.08 years old) enrolled in high schools of the State Public Network. Violent behavior was identified from question 14 of the YRBS-2007 questionnaire with responses categorized as “never” and “one or more times.” Higher prevalence in males in relation to risk factors for adoption of violent behavior was found: cigarette consumption (7.3%), alcohol consumption (39.1%), and marijuana use (3.4%). Data analysis used descriptive statistics and logistic regression with hierarchical model at two levels: (a) sociodemographic variables and (b) behavioral variables. For both sexes, association between violent behavior and cigarette smoking (OR = 3.77, CI 95% = 2.06–6.92 and OR = 1.99, CI 95% = 1.04 to 3.81, male and female, resp.) and alcohol consumption (OR = 3.38, CI 95% = 2.22 to 5.16 and OR = 1.83, CI 95% = 1.28 to 2.63, male and female, resp.) was verified. It was concluded that violent behavior is associated with the consumption of alcoholic beverages and cigarettes among adolescents.

Violent Behavior in Female Inmates

2008 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 379-392 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia M. Byrd ◽  
Joanne L. Davis
Keyword(s):  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Female Inmates

An Exploratory Study of Female Psychopathy and Drug-Related Violent Crime

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 794-808 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nicholas D. Thomson
Keyword(s):  
Violent Crime ◽  
Multinomial Logistic Regression ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Psychopathic Traits ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Criminal Records ◽  
Prison Violence ◽  
Individual Level ◽  
Clear Link ◽  
Official Records

There is a clear link between drugs and violence, and the extensive burden drug-related violence inflicts on society. However, drug-related violence is largely understudied, especially in female populations. The aim of the present study was to explore whether women convicted of drug-related violent crime differed on individual-level risk factors from women convicted of a nondrug-related violent crime and women convicted of nonviolent crimes. One hundred and twenty-five female inmates were classified using official criminal records. Multinomial logistic regression indicated inmates higher in antisocial psychopathic traits and low level of educational attainment were more likely to be in the drug-related violent crime group. In comparison, inmates higher in callous psychopathic traits were more likely to be in the nondrug-related violent crime group. Using official records of prison misconduct, a secondary aim tested whether prison violence increased the likelihood of being in either of the violent crime groups. Results show inmates who had committed violent misconducts over a 6-month period were more likely to be the nondrug-related violent crime group. Prison violence did not differentiate inmates in the nonviolent crime group from the drug-related violent crime group. These findings are the first to explore the relation between psychopathy and drug-related violent crime, and drug-related violent crime predicting future violent behavior in female criminals. This study demonstrates the heterogeneity in female violent behavior. Furthermore, psychopathy is not only shown to be an important risk factor for violence in women but also highlights that the dimensional construct is essential for understanding context-dependent violence.

scholarly journals Patterns of Victimization Among Male and Female Inmates: Evidence of an Enduring Legacy

2009 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 469-484 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nancy Wolff ◽  
Jing Shi ◽  
Jane A. Siegel
Keyword(s):  
Random Sample ◽  
Adult Female ◽  
Adult Male ◽  
Childhood Victimization ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Physical Data ◽  
Single State ◽  
The Relationship

People inside prison have above-average rates of childhood and adult victimization. Little is known, however, about the relationship between types of victimization inside prison and that experienced in childhood. This article estimates rates of victimization for male and female inmates by type of perpetrator and form of victimization (sexual, physical, either, or both) and their association with types of childhood victimization (sexual or physical). Data for these estimates are based on a random sample of approximately 7,500 inmates housed in 12 adult male prisons and one adult female prison in a single state. The significance of the findings for practice are discussed along with recommendations to improve the health and welfare of people inside prison.

The Influence of Sentence Length on the Commission of Serious and Violent Prison Infractions by Female Inmates

2018 ◽  
Vol 45 (9) ◽  
pp. 1420-1434 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas J. Reidy ◽  
Jon R. Sorensen
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Treatment ◽  
Cox Regression ◽  
Violent Behavior ◽  
Sentence Length ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Disciplinary Infractions ◽  
Female Prisoners ◽  
Violent Acts

This study examined the relationship between sentence length and time to commission of serious and violent disciplinary infractions by female inmates divided into short (2 years or less), intermediate (2-8 years), and long-term (8 or more years) groups. Relying on the intermediate-term group as a referent, a Cox regression model demonstrated that short-term inmates were most likely, and long-term inmates least likely, to commit serious and violent infractions across monthly time intervals during the 2-year study period. All three groups exhibited a low base rate of violent behavior directed toward inmates and staff. Predictors associated with the time to commission of serious and violent acts included age, education, mental health, and custody level. Findings point to the potential for over-classification to more secure custody assignments for some inmates, particularly for long-term female prisoners. Policy, institutional, and clinical implications are discussed, including the need for specialized programming and mental health treatment.

Male and Female Prison Inmates' Differences on MMPI Scales and Revised Beta IQ

1975 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 471-474 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joan Joesting ◽  
Nelda Jones ◽  
Robert Joesting
Keyword(s):  
North Carolina ◽  
Emotionally Disturbed ◽  
Mental Hospital ◽  
Prison Inmates ◽  
Female Inmates ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Female Prisoners ◽  
The North ◽  
Correctional System

MMPI protocols of all male and female prisoners in the North Carolina Correctional System in 1971 were compared. Female inmates had significantly higher ( p < .01) IQs than did the males. With the exception of the Ap, L, and K scales, males had statistically significant higher means on all MMPI scales. Women were only higher on the Ap and K scales. The males appeared significantly more emotionally disturbed, which suggests that emotionally disturbed women may be admitted to a mental hospital.

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