Influence of Remand Experiences on the Psychological Dispositions of Inmates in Selected Prisons within Kiambu County, Kenya

The purpose of the study was to investigate influence physical environment on psychological dispositions inmates in selected prisons within Kiambu County, Kenya. According Fogel and Martin (2016), ramifications stress associated with imprisonment are replicated same enhanced sentiments hopelessness, loneliness, anxiety that experienced by offenders. Merrell Walker (2018), jail provides a clear present hazard for worsening pre-existing mental diseases. In jail, remand facilities responsible detaining person shortest time is practicable given circumstances. results could be significant managing prison holding pretrial inmates. This may help institutions, police stations, probation courts, prosecution, other relevant stakeholders criminal justice system. might some complementary strategies used therapists counselors also offer lasting solutions challenges faced prisoners remand. research descriptive design explore phenomenon under consideration. conducted population sample size 315 respondents, which comprises 21.3% (0.213) whole population. research, sympathetic supportive promotes prisoner relationships healing characteristics like empathy, trust, hope, Prisoners' physical, emotional, spiritual needs met warders, stimulating where offenders have personal control greater responsibility their health well-being via increased independence, movement, decision-making. suggests safe outdoor settings pleasant, helpful, therapeutic diversionary activities. Good distractions improve treatment drug reduction prisoners. Other important components include space, particularly open suitable rooms, avoid special social congestion.