Becky is 19 years old and has always been trouble. She disobeys her parents, skips school, and seems to have some anger toward authority figures. She also has some developmental delays that she was born with and although she is 19, she acts as if she is 12. After her second shoplifting offense, Becky is sentenced to a minimum-security prison where she works with other inmates to make goods. She engages in other group activities such as meals and recreation but stays alone in her cell at night. What is the origin of this type of punishment?

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The congregate system is characterized by inmates working together during the day but being isolated in their cells at night, which aligns with the description of Becky's experience.

Becky Is 19 Years Old and Has Always Been Trouble