EXAMINING COMMUNITY FACTORS THAT DRIVE PERSONS DEPRIVED OF LIBERTY OF METRO BACOLOD DISTRICT JAIL – MALE DORMITORY TO RE-OFFEND
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PPSA Research
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Publication Year
2024
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PPSA Library, Philippines
Abstract
This study investigates the factors contributing to re-offending among persons
deprived of liberty (PDLs) at the Metro Bacolod District Jail Male Dormitory (MBDJMD). It focuses on a specific demographic of Generation X PDLs aged 35-45 with family
responsibilities.
The research explores the association between three key influences and
the intention to re-offend particularly; Subjective Norm (Social Relationships): This
examines how social circles and relationships impact PDLs' perceptions of criminal
behavior, Perceived Behavior (Unemployment): This focuses on how PDLs perceive the
link between employment opportunities and recidivism, and Attitude (Psychological
Behavior): This explores PDLs' self-belief, motivation, and attitudes towards crime and the
law.
This research is founded on the principles of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB)
which highlights how subjective norms (perceived social pressure), perceived behavioral
control (belief in one's ability to perform a behavior), and an individual attitude (the way a
person thinks) influence intentions. By analyzing data from a Likert scale survey, this
research aims to identify factors associated with re-offending among MBDJ-MD reoffenders, understand the underlying reasons behind re-offending rates, particularly among
Generation X PDLs with families, and develop targeted rehabilitation programs that
address the specific needs of this demographic.
This research aims to contribute to reducing re-offending rates and promoting
successful reintegration into society through the analysis of the variable factors at hand. It
will provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by Generation X PDLs with
families, promoting the involvement of the community in the successful reintegration of
released PDLs into society. These programs can address the root causes of criminal
behavior, such as lack of employment opportunities or negative social influences. This
research also emphasizes the importance of positive interventions in the community like
education, mental health treatment, and social support systems, all of which can empower
PDLs to make positive choices and reduce re-offending.
deprived of liberty (PDLs) at the Metro Bacolod District Jail Male Dormitory (MBDJMD). It focuses on a specific demographic of Generation X PDLs aged 35-45 with family
responsibilities.
The research explores the association between three key influences and
the intention to re-offend particularly; Subjective Norm (Social Relationships): This
examines how social circles and relationships impact PDLs' perceptions of criminal
behavior, Perceived Behavior (Unemployment): This focuses on how PDLs perceive the
link between employment opportunities and recidivism, and Attitude (Psychological
Behavior): This explores PDLs' self-belief, motivation, and attitudes towards crime and the
law.
This research is founded on the principles of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB)
which highlights how subjective norms (perceived social pressure), perceived behavioral
control (belief in one's ability to perform a behavior), and an individual attitude (the way a
person thinks) influence intentions. By analyzing data from a Likert scale survey, this
research aims to identify factors associated with re-offending among MBDJ-MD reoffenders, understand the underlying reasons behind re-offending rates, particularly among
Generation X PDLs with families, and develop targeted rehabilitation programs that
address the specific needs of this demographic.
This research aims to contribute to reducing re-offending rates and promoting
successful reintegration into society through the analysis of the variable factors at hand. It
will provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by Generation X PDLs with
families, promoting the involvement of the community in the successful reintegration of
released PDLs into society. These programs can address the root causes of criminal
behavior, such as lack of employment opportunities or negative social influences. This
research also emphasizes the importance of positive interventions in the community like
education, mental health treatment, and social support systems, all of which can empower
PDLs to make positive choices and reduce re-offending.
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