What is it about?
This research focused on evaluating the Measuring the Quality of Prison Life (MQPL) survey in Serbia, which measures various dimensions of prisoners' well-being. The study involved 650 prisoners in five different prisons. The results indicated that the MQPL survey is a reliable and valid tool for assessing prisoners' quality of life. It identified key aspects central to prisoners' well-being, including harmony, professionalism, and well-being and development. The findings suggest that MQPL is valuable for measuring the quality of life and social climate in prisons, providing insights that can contribute to improving conditions for prisoners.
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Why is it important?
Our research introduces a comprehensive approach to evaluating the quality of prison life in Serbia, using a combination of standard and network psychometrics. This innovative method provides a subtle understanding of prisoners' well-being and social climate, offering valuable insights for enhancing the prison environment.
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Contributing to this research was a rewarding experience. I believe our approach, combining standard and network psychometrics, opens new avenues for understanding and improving the well-being of prisoners, making a valuable contribution to both academia and the broader discourse on criminal justice. *********** This research was supported by the Science Fund of the Republic of Serbia, Grant No. 7750249, Project title: Assessment and possibilities for improving the quality of prison life of prisoners in the Republic of Serbia: Criminological-penological, psychological, sociological, legal and security aspects (PrisonLIFE).
Dr Milena D Milićević
Institute of Criminological and Sociological Research
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This page is a summary of: Integrating standard and network psychometrics to assess the quality of prison life in Serbia, Journal of Criminology, November 2023, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/26338076231208769.
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