qwerty
10-25-2005, 12:01 PM
http://www.csc-scc.gc.ca/text/rsrch/briefs/b15/toce_e.shtml
This Canadian study is an interesting look at different types of couples (some met before, some after the man was locked up). More than half are lifers.
It raises realistic concerns, but also challenges the common image of the manipulative inmate taking advantage of women. See the section on the men's opinions of the marriage. :thumbsup:
Too bad it wasn't more in-depth; for example, only the inmates and not their wives were interviewed.
Some excerpts from the discussion:
"In terms of attitudes, inmates report high respect for their spouses and do not endorse statements that are degrading to them. They appear to intend to maintain a long term relationship with their spouses."
"These inmate marriages are usually equitable undertakings."
"This study suggests that inmate marriages take place in the context of considerable social support."
Good, quick read.
This Canadian study is an interesting look at different types of couples (some met before, some after the man was locked up). More than half are lifers.
It raises realistic concerns, but also challenges the common image of the manipulative inmate taking advantage of women. See the section on the men's opinions of the marriage. :thumbsup:
Too bad it wasn't more in-depth; for example, only the inmates and not their wives were interviewed.
Some excerpts from the discussion:
"In terms of attitudes, inmates report high respect for their spouses and do not endorse statements that are degrading to them. They appear to intend to maintain a long term relationship with their spouses."
"These inmate marriages are usually equitable undertakings."
"This study suggests that inmate marriages take place in the context of considerable social support."
Good, quick read.