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Preparing Corrections Staff for the Future: Results of a 2-Day Training About Aging Inmates
This article describes a 2-day training program to introduce the aging process to select staff at all levels. While the results of a pre-posttest measure, using a modified version of Palmore’s Facts on Aging Quiz, did not produce a statistically significant difference at the conclusion of the training, attendees did express satisfaction with the training and their newfound insight into the challenges faced by aging inmates. They also offered recommendations for future training to include more practical suggestions for the work environment. (Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care)
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - March 16, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Masters, J. L., Magnuson, T. M., Bayer, B. L., Potter, J. F., Falkowski, P. P. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Diagnostic Error in Correctional Mental Health: Prevalence, Causes, and Consequences
While they have important implications for inmates and resourcing of correctional institutions, diagnostic errors are rarely discussed in correctional mental health research. This review seeks to estimate the prevalence of diagnostic errors in prisons and jails and explores potential causes and consequences. Diagnostic errors are defined as discrepancies in an inmate’s diagnostic status depending on who is responsible for conducting the assessment and/or the methods used. It is estimated that at least 10% to 15% of all inmates may be incorrectly classified in terms of the presence or absence of a mental illness. Inma...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - March 16, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Martin, M. S., Hynes, K., Hatcher, S., Colman, I. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Screaming Behind a Door: The Experiences of Individuals Incarcerated Without Medication-Assisted Treatment
Conclusion: Losing MAT upon incarceration was described as an extremely stressful experience for many individuals and may create issues for both inmates and facility staff. Further research is needed to discover ways to improve addiction treatment in prison. (Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care)
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - March 16, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Aronowitz, S. V., Laurent, J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Editors Letter
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - March 16, 2016 Category: Health Management Tags: Editor ' s Letter Source Type: research

Call for Reviewers
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Tags: Call for Reviewers Source Type: research

Journal of Correctional Health Care: Information for Authors
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Journal of Correctional Health Care: Self-Study Program
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Position Statement: Medical Autonomy and Incident Reporting
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Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Tags: Position Statement Source Type: research

Fitness Changes After an 8-Week Fitness Coaching Program at a Regional Youth Detention Facility
A Surgeon General’s report states that there is a favorable relationship between exercise and chronic disease. Research suggests that exercise programs for elderly inmates may have a positive effect on the number of infirmary visits, which in turn may have a long-term effect on inmate health care costs. This exploratory descriptive double case study sought to add to the minimal information in peer-reviewed research journals by examining the effects of fitness coaching on two juveniles at a youth detention facility in Southwest Montana. The results showed that both participants made fitness improvements following the ...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Amtmann, J., Kukay, J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

The Impact of Homelessness and Incarceration on Womens Health
Female inmates have multiple challenges during incarceration and as they transition into the community including: barriers to accessing health care within correctional facilities, poor transitional preparation preceding release, and inadequate continuity of health care after release. This qualitative study explored the health-seeking experiences and the health and housing needs of female inmates. Four focus groups were conducted in a remand facility in Canada. Women described poor health at entry to the correctional system and viewed incarceration as a means to access health care services. Transition back into the communit...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Ahmed, R. A., Angel, C., Martell, R., Pyne, D., Keenan, L. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Expert Opinion and Recommendations for the Management of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Correctional Facilities
There has been considerably less research on the management of adult attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) among the inmates of correctional facilities than in the general community. While the successful identification and management of ADHD in the adult correctional setting offer potential benefits to the individuals themselves, to institutional staff, and to wider society, their implementation represents significant challenges. These include high prevalence rates, the low level of ADHD recognition, the high incidence of comorbid psychiatric disorders, and the high risk of abuse and diversion of prescribed medic...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Scott, D. A., Gignac, M., Kronfli, R. N., Ocana, A., Lorberg, G. W. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Characterizing the Burden of Hepatitis C Infection Among Entrants to Pennsylvania State Prisons, 2004 to 2012
This study reports the prevalence of chronic infection and the genotype distribution among an incarcerated population. HCV antibody testing was provided to adults entering Pennsylvania prisons; confirmatory and genotype testing were offered to those eligible for treatment. Antibody prevalence among 101,727 individuals was 18.1%. Among 7,633 individuals who underwent confirmatory testing, 69.3% had detectable RNA. Among 3,247 individuals who underwent genotype testing, genotype 1 was the most common (76.6%). The rate of chronic infection after HCV exposure is similar to that reported in the community, as is genotype distrib...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Mahowald, M. K., Larney, S., Zaller, N. D., Scharff, N., Taylor, L. E., Beckwith, C. G., Noska, A., Rich, J. D., Flanigan, T. P. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

State Laws Governing HIV Testing in Correctional Settings
This article offers a systematic review and analysis of state laws governing HIV testing in correctional settings, including HIV testing upon admission or prior to release, HIV testing for individuals charged with or convicted of specific crimes, and HIV testing of inmates in situations where contact between the inmate and law enforcement or corrections personnel may have led to an exposure. The implications of these laws for facilitating access to HIV testing within correctional settings are discussed. (Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care)
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Tarver, B. A., Sewell, J., Oussayef, N. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Chlamydia Screening in Juvenile Corrections: Even Females Considered to Be at Low Risk Are at High Risk
This study used demographic, arrest, and health data to identify factors associated with chlamydia among females aged 12 to 18 years entering a juvenile detention facility in San Diego during January 2009 to June 2010. The study created different screening criteria based on combinations of factors associated with infection and calculated sensitivity and proportion screened for each criterion. Overall chlamydia prevalence was 10.3% and was 4.2% among females reporting no sexual risk factors. No acceptable targeted screening approach was identified. High prevalence, even among females without risk factors, supports universal...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Torrone, E., Beeston, T., Ochoa, R., Richardson, M., Gray, T., Peterman, T., Katz, K. A. Tags: Articles Source Type: research

Changes in Psychological Health and Subjective Well-Being Among Incarcerated Individuals With Serious Mental Illness
While improving the psychological health and well-being of individuals with serious mental illness can help reduce emotional distress and increase resilience, not enough is known about the well-being of incarcerated individuals with mental illness. Using the Schwartz Outcome Scale-10, the authors examined changes in subjective well-being and its association with other clinical symptoms and personality features in 43 mentally ill inmates in a large jail. All participants demonstrated significant improvement in general psychopathology and negative emotions. For well-being, however, different trajectories were associated with...
Source: Journal of Correctional Health Care - December 14, 2015 Category: Health Management Authors: Leidenfrost, C. M., Calabrese, W., Schoelerman, R. M., Coggins, E., Ranney, M., Sinclair, S. J., Antonius, D. Tags: Articles Source Type: research