Objective

To identify the biopsychosocial conditions with a gender approach of women deprived of liberty in the District Prison of Cartagena-Colombia 2020.

Materials and Methods

Quantitative, descriptive, cross-sectional study. The sample consisted of 130 women deprived of liberty in the Cartagena District Jail, using convenience sampling. A questionnaire was applied to assess sociodemographic aspects, perceived health status and conditions of confinement. The information was analyzed using SPSS software version 27.

Results

The inmates reported being 30-39 years old (28.5%), having children (91.5%), being from stratum one (74.6%), and having a high school diploma (53.8%). Among the physical aspects of the women, a normal BMI was highlighted (40%), no STD reported (96.2%), health status perceived as good (48.5%). Environmental conditions, few discomforts (41.5%), stress often (50%) and excellent interpersonal relations (48.5%).

Discussion

Unlike other studies, the findings obtained by the research show a different panorama in relation to the biopsychosocial conditions of a group of women deprived of liberty; especially for the results of diseases, consumption of alcohol, drugs and tobacco; however, it is necessary to develop actions to prevent cardiovascular alterations and sexual and reproductive health. On the other hand, the perception of good health and few discomforts (food, violence, companions, etc.) was found, as well as a good interpersonal environment with prison guards and staff. Finally, similarities were found with some studies that show stress as a result of the breakdown of family relationships and the characteristics of imprisonment.