Incarceration, Correctional Health & Social Systems (PPN 302)

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from the lecture notes on Incarceration, Correctional Health, and Social Systems.

Incarceration

The state of being confined in prison.

Recidivism

The tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend.

Correctional Nursing

The field of nursing that specializes in delivering healthcare to incarcerated individuals.

Public Health

The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.

Mental Health

A person's emotional, psychological, and social well-being.

Community Reintegration

The process by which former inmates return to society and adapt to life outside of prison.

Federal Correctional System

A system that manages offenders sentenced to more than two years in prison.

Provincial Correctional System

A system that manages offenders sentenced to less than two years.

Institutional Security

Measures taken to ensure safety and security within correctional facilities.

Empowerment

The process of becoming stronger and more confident in controlling one's life.

Structural Causes

Underlying social, economic, and cultural factors that contribute to systemic issues such as incarceration.

Therapeutic Relationships

The professional interpersonal relationships developed between healthcare providers and patients.

Overrepresentation

The condition where a particular demographic is present in a group in greater numbers than in the general population.

Chronic Illnesses

Long-term health conditions that usually require ongoing medical attention.

Crisis Intervention

Immediate, short-term help for individuals experiencing a crisis.

Social Isolation

A state where an individual has limited contact with others, impacting mental and physical health.

Child Welfare

The laws, policies, and services designed to protect children and promote their well-being.

Intergenerational Trauma

Psychological effects of trauma that can be passed down from one generation to another.

Cross-Sector Collaboration

Working together across different domains to improve outcomes in areas such as health and social services.