Mirjana Cedeño

Mirjana Cedeño is a psychologist who has studied the dynamics of gang membership and its impact on individuals who have been incarcerated. She emphasizes that the dependency created within gang structures often leads former inmates to rejoin these organizations after their release due to loyalty and the protection they offer. Cedeño's insights highlight the psychological challenges faced by individuals in breaking free from criminal affiliations, particularly when these connections form during their formative years.