Many jurisdictions still strongly believe that the best way to manage potentially dangerous prisoners is through placing them in solitary confinement, sometimes indefinitely. Yet many other jurisdictions, as well as outside experts on mental health and behavior, argue that this type of setting is harmful to inmates, does not prevent violence, and does not make staff safe. In your opinion, should solitary confinement continue to be used in correctional settings? What are your thoughts on solitary confinement? Is this considered cruel and unusual punishment?

Many jurisdictions still strongly believe that the best way to manage potentially dangerous prisoners is through placing them in solitary confinement, sometimes indefinitely. Yet many other jurisdictions, as well as outside experts on mental health and behavior, argue that this type of setting is harmful to inmates, does not prevent violence, and does not make staff safe. In your opinion, should solitary confinement continue to be used in correctional settings? What are your thoughts on solitary confinement? Is this considered cruel and unusual punishment?