Craig Haney

Craig Haney is a psychology professor at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and a notable researcher in the field of the psychological effects of incarceration. He is recognized for his work on the Stanford Prison Experiment, which explored the psychological impact of perceived power and authority in a prison setting. In the context of a recent lawsuit challenging the segregation of child inmates in Manitoba, Haney provided expert testimony regarding the harsh conditions of confinement faced by youth in detention. His observations highlighted the severe psychological risks and lack of legitimate justification for the continued use of such practices in youth correctional facilities.