Long Quote by Bill Skarsgard
“I did a lot of research on what solitary confinement does to you, how you become acclimated to being surrounded by people again after being by yourself for such a long time. It's really a horrific thing. It's definitely worth considering it as torture. We're just not meant to be in solitary confinement.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast, 2020
Solitary confinement harms mental health; it is a form of torture that humans are not built to endure.
In simple terms: Isolation damages the mind; it’s cruel.
Key Takeaway
Advocate against solitary confinement.
Themes
human rights
mental health
justice
Mood
concerned
urgent
Type
advocacy
ethical
When to use this quote
- prison reform
- mental health advocacy
- legal policy
Key Concepts
psychology
penology
human dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives exist for prison safety?
A Different Perspective
Some argue it deters violence; evidence shows lasting trauma.
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