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Those with 'stereotypical black features' had a 57.5% chance of being given the death penalty.
There was a significant decrease in recidivism in those who committed violent and property crimes. However, it only works for those offenders who have more personal victims.
88% found probation useful. Over 60% felti t helped with problems. 37% said it would stop re offending altogether.

70% of the employed group stayed out of prison, 55% of the unemployed group stayed out of prison
Characteristics of suicide included: longer sentence, violen/sexual offences committed, history of psychiatric contact and previous self-harm. Motivations of suicide included: 40% to intolerable situations, guilt for the offence and mental disorders.
The guards had negative views of the prisoners and vice versa. Prisoners had to leave early due to extreme depression and crying. The experiment ended after 6 days due to the awareness of ethical issues.

Those who completed the cognitive skills programme: 18% re-convicted after one year and 15% re-convicted after two years.
There was general health improvements, better sleep and reduced craving for the offenders. The symptoms increased by 15% for drug users.
92% of the offenders improved on one measure. 48% improved on two measures.