Solitary Confinement Is Considered an Extreme Form of Punishment in Prisons

question 85

Multiple Choice

Solitary confinement is considered an extreme form of punishment in prisons because it ____.

• A) deprives individuals of interpersonal contact
• B) limits individuals to a small amount of space
• C) restricts privileges such as access to exercise and media
• D) forces individuals to reflect on their crimes

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Definitions:

Moral Impulse

The human instinct to behave morally.

Absolutism

A political doctrine and form of government where unlimited, complete power is held by a single individual, often a monarch or dictator, or a centralized authority.

Ethical Decisions

Choices based on moral principles and values, often considering the well-being of others and the broader society.

Individual Morals

The personal values and ethics that an individual holds, guiding their behavior and decision-making.