Stan has been in prison for almost a year. When he first arrived, he had trouble sleeping and was very fearful. As the year progressed, he developed a "tough guy" veneer and now has a general understanding of the culture of the prison. According to Clemmer (1958), Stan has undergone _________.

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According to Clemmer (1958), the process by which individuals adapt to prison culture and norms, often adopting behaviors and attitudes necessary for survival within the prison system, is referred to as "prisonization." This term best describes the changes Stan has undergone during his time in prison.

Stan Has Been in Prison for Almost a Year