The Freedom Perception of Imprisoned Children: Ankara Case

Understanding and analysing the metaphors of children sentenced to prison or reformatory will contribute their more rapid rehabilitation re-integration into society. This study aimed provide perception freedom these using metaphors. The group was consisted with 53 imprisoned in Ankara (12-18 years old). data obtained via a structured interview form. first part form questions obtain personal information about children. In second form, were asked use describe freedom, life outside prison. Content analysis technique used analyse data. is important not only terms reflecting children’s views inside but also for understanding prisons. end study, it determined that participants produced interesting concept freedom. It noteworthy created are generally related psychological, social economic situations participants. reflects participants' on out purpose this research increase concerning involved crime suggest ways rehabilitating them quickly.