Solitary confinement is a controversial form of punishment in prisons where inmates spend up to 23 hours a day in a small cell with no human contact. It is used for violent or dangerous criminals, but can cause mental health issues. Many US states are implementing therapy sessions and good behavior privileges, while some organizations […]
Doctors determine a woman’s estimated due date based on the first day of her last period, with a full-term pregnancy usually lasting 37-42 weeks. Ultrasound images can be used to determine the child’s age, health, location, and birth weight, and to detect pregnancy complications early. When a woman is pregnant, her due date is usually […]
Inertial confinement fusion uses lasers to rapidly compress and heat a small pellet containing deuterium and tritium to induce nuclear fusion. The goal is to achieve ignition and produce more energy than consumed, but technical challenges remain. A new approach called rapid ignition has been proposed but not yet tested. Inertial confinement fusion (ICF) is […]
Home confinement, also known as house arrest, involves a person being confined to their home for a certain period of time. It can be used to reduce prison overcrowding, monitor those who haven’t been convicted of a crime, or as a lenient punishment. Both adults and minors can be subjected to it, with electronic monitoring […]
Compulsory detention is the automatic placement of suspected immigration violators into detention. Some violations require mandatory detention, while others do not. Proponents believe it sends a strong message, while critics argue it can be a severe punishment and potentially dangerous for some individuals. Immigration policy is a controversial topic, and nations with strict policies may […]
Isolation in prison, particularly long-term solitary confinement, is controversial due to the adverse effects it can have on mental health. It can exacerbate existing mental health problems, create new ones, and lead to a loss of social skills. However, some experts disagree and the issue is complicated by overcrowding and violence in prisons. Isolation is […]
Over 80,000 US prisoners are in solitary confinement, with around 25,000 in long-term isolation. Studies show this can lead to mental health issues and violence. The practice was started by Quakers but is now considered cruel and has been abolished in many countries. More than 80,000 prisoners are held in solitary confinement in the United […]
