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THE MENTAL HYGIENE APPROACH IN THE PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT PROCESS FOR THE MENTAL HEALTH OF INMATES AT THE NARCOTICS CLASS IIA PRISON IN MUARA BELITI Iswar, Iswar; Simanjuntak, Meitisa Vanya
Journal of Management Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Vol 19 No 1 - May (2026): JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT (Special Issue) - Correctional System Management
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This study explores the application of a mental hygiene approach in personality development to improve the mental health of inmates at the Class IIA Muara Beliti Narcotics Correctional Institution. The research focuses on how the mental hygiene program is implemented and the obstacles encountered in its execution. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through interviews, observations, and document analysis. The findings indicate that the rehabilitation program—consisting of counseling, mental health education, and stress management activities—has a positive impact on inmates by helping them manage emotions, reduce stress, and improve overall psychological well-being. However, the implementation of the program is still constrained by several challenges, including limited facilities, a shortage of professional mental health staff, and the presence of social stigma among inmates. These factors reduce the overall effectiveness of the program. In conclusion, although the mental hygiene approach has been implemented fairly well and shows positive outcomes, further improvements are needed, particularly in enhancing facilities, increasing the availability of trained personnel, and addressing stigma, to optimize the effectiveness of mental health development programs in correctional institutions. Keywords: Mental Hygiene; Prisoner Rehabilitation; Mental Health; Personality Development
DEFENSE MECHANISM FOR CORRUPTION CONVICTS TO INCREASE MOTIVATION IN PARTICIPATING PERSONALITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS IN CLASS IIA CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTION Nugroho, Muhammad Fadlan; Simanjuntak, Meitisa Vanya
Journal of Management Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Vol 19 No 1 - May (2026): JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT (Special Issue) - Correctional System Management
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This study was conducted at the Class IIA Correctional Institution in Bengkulu to explore how inmates convicted of corruption (tipikor) experience their sentences from a psychological and personality development perspective. Using a qualitative approach, the findings reveal that inmates employ various defense mechanisms to cope with the pressures of incarceration. These mechanisms can be categorized into three types: mature, neurotic, and immature. Mature defense mechanisms such as sublimation, anticipation, suppression, and humor enable inmates to remain positive, active, and cooperative, particularly in participating in programs like religious activities, gardening, and social interaction. Neurotic mechanisms, including pseudo-altruism and undoing, are used to reduce inner conflict by engaging in helpful or religious behaviors. However, less adaptive (immature) mechanisms, such as projection, passive-aggression, and idealization, are also observed among some inmates, indicating that not all individuals are able to regulate their emotions effectively. The study concludes that understanding these psychological coping strategies is essential for developing more targeted and effective rehabilitation programs. This is particularly important for corruption offenders, who often come from relatively high social and educational backgrounds, requiring more nuanced and psychologically informed approaches to support their personal transformation and reintegration into society. Keywords: Defense Mechanism; Personality Development; Corruption Inmates