Define and Discuss the 1996 Prison Litigation Reform Act (PLRA)

question 64

Essay

Define and discuss the 1996 Prison Litigation Reform Act (PLRA).Why was this Act needed? Who benefitted from the passage of this act? Be comprehensive in your response.

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Definitions:

Physiological Reactions

Bodily responses or changes triggered by internal or external stimuli, including heart rate, breathing, and hormonal fluxes.

Validity

Accuracy; the extent to which a test or other measuring instrument measures what it is supposed to measure.

Reliability

The extent to which a test or other measuring instrument yields consistent results.

Self-report

A method of gathering data in which individuals provide information about themselves, often used in surveys and questionnaires.