Three general models of prisons have emerged to describe the different schools of thought behind prison organization:

The custodial model is based on the assumption that prisoners are incarcerated for reasons of incapacitation, deterrence, and retribution. All decisions within the prison—are made with an eye toward security and discipline.
2. The rehabilitation model stresses the ideals of individualized treatment. Security concerns are often secondary to the well-being of the individual inmate, and a number of treatment programs are offered to aid prisoners in changing their criminal and antisocial behavior.

3. In the reintegration model, the correctional institution serves as a training ground for the inmate to prepare for existence in the community. This model is becoming more influential, as corrections officials react to problems such as prison overcrowding.

Which of these models should we focus our resources on? Explain your answer.