Ageing of the Prison Population - characteristics, Issues and Perspectives

Milićević, Milena and Ilijić, Ljeposava (2022) Ageing of the Prison Population - characteristics, Issues and Perspectives. In: Yearbook. No. 5, Human rights protection : from childhood to the right to a dignified old age : human rights and institutions. Provincial Protector of Citizens - Ombudsman ; Institute of Criminological and Sociological Research, Novi Sad ; Belgrade, pp. 503-519. ISBN 978-86-89417-17-3

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Abstract

One of the major topics in contemporary prison studies refers to the worldwide ageing of the prison population. Generally, prisons are designed for younger people and consequently overlook the characteristics of the elderly. This literature review presents distinctive characteristics of this population and key research issues and perspectives, relying on the findings of the prison studies. As a result of a comprehensive search, 1256 publications were identified. The selection process resulted in 46 studies published in the last two decades. A wide range of issues was confirmed, primarily those related to the specific needs of health care and treatment, special preparations for release, challenging contact with family and the outside world, and the infrastructure that does not meet the movement restrictions or reduced functional mobility. Examples of good practice include specific interventions and resources, with future perspectives on the needs of convicts and possibilities of adapting the prison conditions and provided content.

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