Jasmine Lawson is a Multidisciplinary Designer based in San Diego, CA, with a diverse professional background in social media, branding, marketing, and product design. Eager to expand her skills, she pursued a B.S.D. in Graphic Design at Arizona State University’s Barrett Honors College. This educational journey, combined with her experience, has allowed her to develop a wide range of design skills and passions. Jasmine has a deep interest in the research behind design and is especially drawn to digital spaces like web design, thus id exploring UX design, aiming to blend her creative expertise with a user-centered approach to craft intuitive and engaging digital experiences. Her diverse skill set fuels her desire to continue evolving in the ever-changing design world.
Negative Psychological Impacts of Solitary Confinement on Inmates in the United States
Solitary confinement in U.S. prisons has been shown to have severe psychological effects on inmates. Prolonged isolation can lead to anxiety, depression, and intense emotional distress, as individuals are deprived of social interaction and sensory stimulation. Many experience cognitive impairments, including difficulty concentrating and memory problems. Long-term isolation may also exacerbate pre-existing mental health conditions or create new disorders, such as hallucinations and paranoia. The sense of helplessness and trauma from prolonged confinement can hinder inmates’ rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Despite its widespread use, research increasingly points to solitary confinement as a harmful practice that undermines inmates’ mental well-being, leading to calls for reform and alternatives to isolation in the correctional system.