Parents in Prison: Children in Crisis, an Issue Brief
Summary
As a result of current and previous parental incarcerations, millions of children have experienced disrupted and multiple placements, decreased quality of care, financial hardship, and lack of contact with their parents. Ultimately, these children are at risk for many behaviors, including poor academic achievement, substance abuse, delinquency, and even intergenerational incarceration. This issue brief covers what happens to children -- physically, psychologically, and emotionally -- when their parents go to prison. A must-read for professionals in all fields who work with children of incarcerated parents.
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