AGING WITH INCARCERATION HISTORIES: AN INTERSECTIONAL EXAMINATION OF INCARCERATION AND HEALTH AMONG OLDER ADULTS
2024
Health Effects of Incarceration on Older Adults
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Author Information
Author(s): Latham-Mintus Kenzie, Deck Monica, Nelson Elizabeth
Primary Institution: Indiana University Indianapolis
Hypothesis
Incarceration histories are associated with worse physical and mental health among older adults.
Conclusion
Incarceration histories lead to more physical limitations and depressive symptoms among older adults, especially women of color.
Supporting Evidence
- Incarceration histories are linked to poor mental and physical health.
- Older women of color with incarceration histories experience high levels of physical limitations and depressive symptoms.
Takeaway
Being in jail can make older people feel more sad and have more trouble moving around, especially for older women of color.
Methodology
The study used data from the Health and Retirement Study and analyzed health differences by incarceration history, gender/sex, and race/ethnicity.
Participant Demographics
Older adults, with a focus on women and people of color.
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