Is it normal to have the desire to go back to a prison you served time at, just for a day or so, 6 months after you've been released?
2006-11-10 01:48:22 · 12 answers · asked by Kevin F 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
It is very normal, and very common to want to go back. There are often a variety of reasons.
Life on the outside isn't structured. The rules of society change with everyone you come in contact with.
On the inside there are a basic set of Officer rules and inmate rules. You can know what to look for, and what to do in just about all situations on the inside.
People who think inmates have it easy have either never been in prison, or been a Correctional Officer! It's not easier, but it is structured.
A. You know there is food.
B. You know there is "some protection".
C. You know where to get basic medical care.
D. You know you have a job to go to.
Major thing is outside life doesn't have near the structure!
If things are not going as well as expected outside the walls, then get hold of your PO, health and human Services, Vocational Rehab, someone! They can assist, and guide.
It's not meant to be easy, but you have to admit it's nice to have the freedom to eat when you want, sleep when you want, smoke, drink, go hang out with friends, dress up, be slobby! Do what ever you want in the time frame you want!
2006-11-10 03:23:10 · answer #1 · answered by LucyLinnae M 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes there is some anxiety about acclimating back into society and that is normal there is some fear that you cant make it that you may fail!
Do not let these feelings overwhelm you seek consoling and guidance from a support group or clergy member they will help you stay on the path of life and "read the good book"
"I lift my eyes unto the lord my very real source of help in times of trouble" and god bless this person in there struggle!
2006-11-10 01:58:18 · answer #2 · answered by no one here gets out alive 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Yes, many inmates become 'institutionalized,' meaning they can't function in the outside world. As brutal as prison can be, it provides a roof, food and a bed. Since there is no such thing as rehabilitation, inmates who have served long sentences often commit another crime so they can go back, or they end up in another institution. A sad comment on our society.
2006-11-10 02:40:41 · answer #3 · answered by beez 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
in prison you don't have to worry about responsibility. since you are fresh out all the responsibility of real life might just seem to overwhelming. hang in there . you really don't want to go back and if you do you have been institutionalized
2006-11-10 02:47:42 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Ummm no.. Why would you wont to go back to prison. Seems to me you would have been wanting to get out. Not go back.
2006-11-10 02:19:13 · answer #5 · answered by Kimberly 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It may be because one is pretty accustomed to living in a prison!
2006-11-10 01:53:02 · answer #6 · answered by Sami V 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You need to get help because it sounds like you just don't want to be a big boy and live in the real world.
But, yes, it does happen often. Get counseling.
2006-11-10 02:47:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
It is.people have said that the rules in prison are such that you know where you stand.out here in the world the rules are so fuzzy
2006-11-10 01:54:28 · answer #8 · answered by miraclehand2020 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
not really normal, sort of normal if you have a feeling of revenge to harm the people who put you there.that is normal.
2006-11-10 01:53:16 · answer #9 · answered by bb 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I hear tell of advantages but you would have another one.
2006-11-10 01:53:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋