Constitutional Standard/ Comparing Punishment Theories

Assignment Guidelines:

· Using the library, course materials, textbook, and Web resources, research the suicide rates in prisons.

· In 3–5 paragraphs, address the following:

· Do you think correctional staff have an obligation to prevent inmate suicides? Explain.

· How can prison conditions contribute to the problem?

· Provide 2 examples of prison suicide cases.

· Post a new topic to the Discussion Board that contains your responses pertaining to the above information.

· Comment on at least 2 other students' posts, and explain to them how you think prison administrations can ultimately reduce the rates of inmate suicides.