Jones Adu-Gyamfi
Biographic Data
| ID | 6026370 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Jones Adu-Gyamfi |
| GIVEN NAMES | Jones |
| FAMILY NAME | Adu-Gyamfi |
| SIGNATURE | ADU-GYAMFI J |
| AFFILIATIONS | University of Bradford |
| ORCID | 0000-0002-5339-9217 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 3 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 10 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 3 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 0 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2013 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Labeling theory and self-reflection
This article examines gender differences in how homicide offenders experience and overcome suicidal thoughts in prison. Thirteen persons convicted of murder, both male and female, participated in in-depth interviews conducted using a semi-structured guide. The qualitative data were analysed through thematic analysis. The findings indicate that while some inmates experience suicidal ideation due to the harsh prison conditions and the extended dura…
Ghana’s Child Panels
In accordance with the United Nations’ requirements for dealing with juvenile offenders, Ghana’s Children Act 1998 mandated local authorities to establish child panels to mediate minor offences committed by children. However, to date there has not been any research that has examined the functioning and effectiveness of the child panels. This research examined the operationalisation and effectiveness of child panels in Ghana. The study involved th…
Can children and young people be empowered in participatory initiatives
Can children and young people be empowered in participatory initiatives
Ghana’s Child Panels
In accordance with the United Nations’ requirements for dealing with juvenile offenders, Ghana’s Children Act 1998 mandated local authorities to establish child panels to mediate minor offences committed by children. However, to date there has not been any research that has examined the functioning and effectiveness of the child panels. This research examined the operationalisation and effectiveness of child panels in Ghana. The study involved th…
Labeling theory and self-reflection
This article examines gender differences in how homicide offenders experience and overcome suicidal thoughts in prison. Thirteen persons convicted of murder, both male and female, participated in in-depth interviews conducted using a semi-structured guide. The qualitative data were analysed through thematic analysis. The findings indicate that while some inmates experience suicidal ideation due to the harsh prison conditions and the extended dura…
Political science (2 works) · Public relations (2 works) · Business (1 work) · Child Abuse and Trauma (1 work) · Child protection (1 work) · Children's Rights and Participation (1 work) · Citizen journalism (1 work) · Conceptual framework (1 work) · Coping (psychology (1 work) · Crime Patterns and Interventions (1 work)