Massachusetts Prison Suicides Surge, Families Blame New Solitary Units
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In 2025, Massachusetts prisons saw a surge in suicides, with six inmates taking their lives, most having been in or recently left Behavior Assessment Units, the Department of Corrections alternative to solitary confinement. Critics argue these units are just solitary confinement by another name, harming mental health and fueling suicides. A review found four men had prior suicide attempts without safety plans, and three were placed in units for drug use. The Department of Correction responded with a 22-point plan to improve mental health checks, suicide protocols, and drug use handling.
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