The association between learning disabilities (LD) and incarceration has garnered increasing attention in recent years. Individuals with LD face unique challenges within the criminal justice system, ranging from disproportionate representation in prison populations to difficulties accessing appropriate support and rehabilitation services. This paper provides a comprehensive review of existing literature on the intersection of learning disabilities and incarceration, examining factors contributing to the overrepresentation of individuals with LD in the criminal justice system, as well as the implications for rehabilitation and policy. By synthesizing current research findings, this paper aims to inform future interventions and policies aimed at addressing the needs of this vulnerable population.
L'associazione tra disturbi dell'apprendimento (DSA) e incarcerazione ha attirato un'attenzione crescente negli ultimi anni. Le persone con LD affrontano sfide uniche all'interno del sistema di giustizia penale, che vanno dalla rappresentanza sproporzionata nella popolazione carceraria alle difficoltà di accesso a servizi di supporto e riabilitazione adeguati. Questo articolo si propone di fornire uno sguardo sulla letteratura esistente riguardante la correlazione tra difficoltà di apprendimento e incarcerazione, esaminando i fattori che contribuiscono alla sovrarappresentazione di individui con DSA nel sistema di giustizia penale, nonché le implicazioni per la riabilitazione e le politiche. Sintetizzando gli attuali risultati della ricerca, questo documento mira a informare gli interventi e le politiche future volti a soddisfare le esigenze di questa popolazione vulnerabile.
Learning disabilities in prisons: implications for re-education and rehabilitation of the inmates
Zanetti M
2024-01-01
Abstract
The association between learning disabilities (LD) and incarceration has garnered increasing attention in recent years. Individuals with LD face unique challenges within the criminal justice system, ranging from disproportionate representation in prison populations to difficulties accessing appropriate support and rehabilitation services. This paper provides a comprehensive review of existing literature on the intersection of learning disabilities and incarceration, examining factors contributing to the overrepresentation of individuals with LD in the criminal justice system, as well as the implications for rehabilitation and policy. By synthesizing current research findings, this paper aims to inform future interventions and policies aimed at addressing the needs of this vulnerable population.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.