Inmate subcultures are thought to be related to the concepts of prisonization, mortification, importation, and the pain of imprisonment. Discuss why this might be. Why might these factors contribute to the formation of gangs in prison? What can prison managers do to reduce the characteristics that lead to the formation of subcultural groups in prisons? If citations are used, APA style should be implemented.

Resources:

https://theconversation.com/we-spoke-to-hundreds-of-prison-gang-members-heres-what-they-said-about-life-behind-bars-132573