THE PROMOTING GUIDELINES FOR QUALITY OF LIFE MANAGEMENT OF INMATES IN UDONTHANI CENTRAL PRISON

Abstract

The purposes of this research were to study the problems and ways to promote the quality of inmates’ life in the Udon Thani Central Prison. This study used a mixed method.The research tools used were interview forms, questionnaires and focus groups; in the year between 2021 and 2022. The sample group used in the research were 350 inmates in the Udon Thani Central Prison including 300 male inmates and 50 female inmates.The result showed that conditions of Udon Thani Central Prison with limited space and buildings resulted in accommodation problems in terms of quality of life and the environment in the prison, food, stress anxiety controversy including insufficient space for exercise and recreational activities. For guidelines to promote the quality of life of inmates in the Udon Thani Central Prison, they should transfer absolute prisoners to their own provinces or nearby areas. The food of the inmates should increase the budget to support the cost of food per capita, organize recreational activities or counseling psychologists, increase measures to control and prevent quarrels. and provide adequate sports equipment according to the condition of the inmates.