1. Hubungan di antara Stigma Sosial dan Sokongan Sosial terhadap Penglibatan Aktiviti Masyarakat dalam kalangan Bekas Banduan.
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Mohamad, Mohd Suhaimi, Ibrahim, Fauziah, Kamaluddin, Mohamad Rahim, and Voothayakumar, Divaghar
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SOCIAL support ,RECIDIVISM rates ,MULTIDIMENSIONAL scaling ,COMMUNITY support ,FORMERLY incarcerated people ,SOCIAL stigma - Abstract
Involvement in community activities is one of the indicators of successful reintegration of exprisoners. Factors such as social stigma and social support are often said to influence this involvement. This paper aims to assess the relationship between social stigma, social support, and involvement in community activities among ex-prisoners. A quantitative study design using a survey method was employed. A total of 250 ex-prisoners in the Klang Valley were recruited to respond to a questionnaire consisting of three instruments: the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), the Social Stigma Scale, and the Community Activity Involvement Scale. The study found a significant positive relationship between social support and involvement in community activities. Conversely, there was a significant negative relationship between social stigma and involvement in community activities, as well as social support for ex-prisoners. Specific intervention programs need to be developed to reduce social stigma and enhance social support for ex-prisoners. Collaboration among all stakeholders is crucial to strategically reduce recidivism rates and ensure successful reintegration of ex-prisoners into society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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- 2024
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