Discuss the Elements That Contribute to the Correctional Officer Subculture

question 55

Essay

Discuss the elements that contribute to the correctional officer subculture, and show how this subculture impacts officer behavior.

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Definitions:

Ingroup

A social group to which an individual feels they belong, often contrasting with an "outgroup" to which they do not identify.

Outgroup

A social group to which an individual does not identify or belong, often viewed with prejudice or discrimination.

Ingroup Bias

The tendency for people to give preferential treatment or have favorable attitudes towards members of their own group over those from different groups.

Reinforcement

In behavioral psychology, a consequence applied that strengthens a behavior, making it more likely to occur again.