How sport in prison could help stop reoffendingRNZUK Professor of Criminological Psychology Rosie Meek talks to Kathryn Ryan about her research into the benefits of structured exercise in prisons. Not only does physical activity help prisoners with their wellbeing and mental health, but it could help them into employment, according to UK Professor of Criminological Psychology Rosie Meek. It's a "critical" period of time when someone leaves prison, and Meek's research shows sport can help an offender's transition back into the community. Since the introduction of the programme, Beales said both prisoners and staff had noted a reduction in incidents and tension. Beales hoped that prisoners who participate in the sport programmes in prison would become qualified themselves inside or outside of prison, as has been seen in the UK.

Source: Stuff February 13, 2019 02:37 UTC