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Concept map of the research process - Coggle Diagram
Concept map of the research process
Problem Definition
re-arrest, re-conviction, or return to prison within a set time period.
Specific Population: parolees from state prisons
What factors predict recidivism among individuals aged 18-35?
Literature Review
Effect of education programs on recidivism rates
Lack of data on female offenders
Limited research on mental health as a predictor.
Research Design
Methodology choice: Quantitative study, statistical data on prison records
Measure recidivism by tracking re-arrests within two years of release.
independent variables: Age, education, employment status, substance use history.
Data Collection
Department of Corrections data.
Interviews with parole officers (qualitative insights)
Random selection of 500 parolees aged 18-35 released between 2020-2022.
Data Analysis
Protect participant identities in datasets.
Obtain informed consent for interviews.
Conclusions & Reporting
Use logistic regression to identify factors influencing recidivism likelihood.
:
Ensure accurate and consistent record-keeping.
Address limitations like potential biases in self-reported data.
Higher education correlates with lower recidivism rates.
Unstable housing increases recidivism likelihood.
Propose expansion of educational programs in prisons.
Suggest stronger post-release housing support.
Limited geographic scope (one state).
Short follow-up period (only two years).