Despite being detained, “Boss Paul the Icon” and other imprisoned bosses are facing significant psychological challenges. Following the arrest of 18 bosses, their detention has opened the door to revealing underlying issues, including stress and trauma, as analyzed by criminology experts.
The investigation details the psychological state of those imprisoned, indicating how the prison environment, often unintentionally designed to induce pain, impacts their mental well-being. Observations include:
1. **Loss of Freedom and Purpose**: Inmates lack control over daily life aspects, leading to feelings of helplessness and boredom, causing significant mental health issues like anxiety and depression.
2. **Separation from Family**: Prison naturally isolates individuals from their social networks, which is a major contributor to mental distress. Research indicates prisoners further from home are at a higher risk for depression compared to those nearer.
3. **Sense of Uncertainty**: The unpredictable nature of prison regulations can exacerbate anxiety and psychological distress among inmates.
4. **Overcrowding and Punishment**: Overcrowding worsens prison conditions, leading to reduced privacy and access to mental health care, elevating stress levels and feelings of hostility.
5. **Exposure to Violence**: High levels of violence among inmates and from authorities lead to psychological trauma, increasing the risk of aggressive behaviors post-release.
Research indicates long-term effects of imprisonment may persist beyond release, with many former inmates experiencing ongoing mental health challenges such as PTSD, social detachment, and cognitive issues.
The study highlights how incarceration not only punishes behavior but also inflicts lasting psychological harm, affecting individuals long after they have been released.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
