How individuals are affected by incarceration

Depending on the length of your loved one's sentence, one of the greatest challenges to reentry may be culture shock. The longer they were in prison, the greater the culture shock may be. Your loved one will notice new technology, the rise of social media for communication, newer versions of cell phones or cell phones in general, and new language that has been introduced since they were last out of prison. They will need your help to adjust to their new "normal." The key to helping your loved one with culture shock is to be patient and show them your and God's love. Offer them help with decision making, new cultural norms, and life organization.