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Rodzina jako fundament zmiany – studium przypadku skutecznej resocjalizacji
Family as the Foundation of Change – a Case Study of Effective Social Rehabilitation

Author(s): Barbara Toroń-Fórmanek, Paulina Borek
Subject(s): Family and social welfare
Published by: Zakład Historii Edukacji w Instytucie Pedagogiki Uniwersytetu Wrocławskiego
Keywords: resocialization; family; family bonds; change; case study

Summary/Abstract: Aim. This article highlights the crucial role of the family in supporting the resocialization and social reintegration of individuals leaving prison. The family, as an emotional, moral, and practical support system, plays a vital role in reshaping attitudes and behaviours, helping individuals reintegrate into society and live according to social norms. The analysis focuses on the influence of family relationships, emotional engagement, and support on the motivation of incarcerated individuals to change and their efforts toward resocialization. Methods and materials. The methodology is based on an individual case study and conceptual analysis. Definitions of key terms such as family, resocialization, and penitentiary isolation provide the theoretical foundation for the discussion. The article examines the family’s role in social reintegration, particularly the importance of emotional and motivational support in the resocialization process. Results and conclusion. The results of the case analysis suggest that strong family bonds, including emotional involvement and support from close relatives, are crucial drivers for personal change and successful reintegration into society. The study emphasises the need for an individualised approach to resocialization and highlights the positive influence of family dynamics on individuals undergoing the process. These findings offer a foundation for further research into the role of family in the post-prison reintegration of individuals and the significance of their involvement in the resocialization process.

  • Issue Year: XXXII/2025
  • Issue No: 2
  • Page Range: 97-115
  • Page Count: 20
  • Language: English
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