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The Psychology of Prison Gangs: When Belonging Becomes a Survival Strategy
Why would someone who never belonged to a gang on the street become affiliated with one in prison? The answer can involve much more than criminal identity. Fear, uncertainty, social identity, protection, status, and the human need to belong can reshape decision-making inside a closed environment. This episode explores the psychology that can transform group membership from a choice into what feels like a necessity.
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