Goals and Plans of Incarcerated Men Postrelease

This study analyzed the goals and plans generated during a motivational interviewing counseling session of incarcerated men who participated in a randomized controlled trial of a smoking abstinence intervention in a tobacco-free prison in the northeastern United States. Using thematic analysis, 53 written goals and plans were independently coded by trained research assistants to identify major themes that included (1) staying smoke-free or reducing the number of cigarettes smoked postrelease, (2) engaging in physical activities to improve health and wellness, and (3) spending time with family and/or friends. Implications for working with inmates to identify their plans and goals to remain smoke-free after incarceration are discussed.

Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - March 16, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: van den Berg, J. J., Bock, B. C., Roberts, M. B., Parker, D. R., Martin, R. A., Stein, L. A. R., Clarke, J. G. Tags: Articles Source Type: research