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Why do prisoners age faster? Unpacking Accelerated Aging Behind Bars

Studies have shown that inmates can experience physiological aging up to 15 years faster than their chronological age, a startling consequence of the prison environment. Understanding **why do prisoners age faster?** requires examining the severe physical and psychological toll of prolonged incarceration, and the systemic factors that enable this premature decline.

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Are older jail inmates more likely than younger inmates to report ever having a chronic condition or infectious disease?

Based on Bureau of Justice Statistics data from 2016, over 75% of state prisoners aged 55 to 64 reported having at least one chronic health condition, a significantly higher rate than their younger peers. This statistic reveals the clear answer to the question: Are older jail inmates more likely than younger inmates to report ever having a chronic condition or infectious disease?

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Why Don't Prisoners Age Slower? The Reality of Accelerated Aging Behind Bars

Recent research reveals that people who spend significant time incarcerated often experience "accelerated aging," with their biological age appearing years older than their chronological age. This phenomenon directly refutes the common myth and provides a stark answer to the question, "Do prisoners age slower?".

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