Publications by authors named "Luiza Jane Eyre Sousa Vieira"
[Prevalence and violence-associated factors in the work environment of female prison guards in Brazil].
Marcelo José Monteiro Ferreira Raimunda Hermelinda Maia Macena Rosa Maria Salani Mota Roberto da Justa Pires Ageo Mário Cândido da Silva Luiza Jane Eyre Sousa Vieira
Cien Saude Colet
September 2017
Article Synopsis
- - This study examines the prevalence of violence against female correctional officers in Brazil, finding that 28.4% have experienced at least one violent incident during their work.
- - The research identifies that fellow officers are primarily implicated in incidents of robbery, moral violence, and sexual harassment, with 74.6%, 68.1%, and 66.8% respectively being accused.
- - Key factors contributing to this violence include working in temporary detention centers, the age at which officers enter the prison system, and low social support among colleagues, highlighting the need for comprehensive strategies to address violence in prisons.