Prison visit for those behind bars in Europe - an essential element for reintegration into society

Abstract

The support of loved ones is beneficial at any time and in any activity that an individual wants to pursue. In difficult moments in life, the importance of the support given by the loved ones increases. This is also the case at the time of separation from society by being sentenced to a prison sentence due to committing an act condemned by the criminal law. Periodic visits from family, friends or other acquaintances help the condemned to get over the dark period in his life more easily. Also, being released into society for short periods is extremely important for the moral tonus of the person serving a custodial sentence. Such rewards are predominantly used near the time when the prisoner will end his prison sentence to alleviate the shock of reintegration into the community.

Keywords

• reintegration
• abandonment
• family
• contact
• punishment