Loneliness in jail: A study of the loneliness of incarcerated men

Loneliness is a pervasive social problem and is experienced universally. It also contributes to criminality and recidivism The present study examined the influence of incarceration on the experience of loneliness. Beyond the aim of gaining more insight into loneliness in jail, this study explores how marital status affects the experience of loneliness (especially if the marriage has been terminated). The experiences of chronic and situational or event-related, loneliness are compared. Finally, the study is an investigation of the social stigma of loneliness, which results in people's refusal to acknowledge their condition. As a result, when research is done, individuals usually recall loneliness. The present study presents a comparison of whether the salient characteristics of loneliness of offenders differ when they are recalled or when they are being experienced at the time of reporting.