Emotional Reactions to Crime: Shock, Denial, and Coping

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What is a common initial reaction of victims to a crime?

Panic attacks due to fear

Anger towards the offender

Shame and guilt towards themselves

Denial or disbelief that the crime occurred (correct)

Why might victims feel like an outcast after a crime?

Because they feel angry towards the offender

Because their strong emotions are disapproved of by society (correct)

Because they are afraid of the offender

Because they feel ashamed of being a victim

What is a common result of fear in victims of crime?

Panic attacks (correct)

Childlike behavior

Grief and frustration

Desire for revenge

What is a justified emotion for victims to feel towards the person or people who harmed them?

Anger or rage Signup and view all the answers

How might victims behave after a crime, especially if they are in a state of shock?

They need to be cared for by others Signup and view all the answers

What is a common emotional response of victims after the initial shock of the crime has worn off?

Anger, fear, frustration, and confusion Signup and view all the answers

What is a common consequence of fear becoming overwhelming in victims of crime?

Becoming depressed and debilitated Signup and view all the answers

Why do victims of crime often feel frustrated?

Because they feel helpless or powerless during the crime Signup and view all the answers

What is a common reason why victims of crime may feel guilty or blame themselves?

Because they believe they were in the wrong place at the wrong time Signup and view all the answers

How can victims of crime cope with feelings of shame and humiliation?

By talking to a family member or friend Signup and view all the answers

What is a common long-term reaction to crime among victims?

Feeling intense sadness and grief Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a recommended way to cope with the trauma or loss of a crime?

Trying to forget the crime and move on Signup and view all the answers

Emotional Reactions to Crime: Shock, Denial, and Coping

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Questions and Answers

What is a common initial reaction of victims to a crime?

Why might victims feel like an outcast after a crime?

What is a common result of fear in victims of crime?

What is a justified emotion for victims to feel towards the person or people who harmed them?

How might victims behave after a crime, especially if they are in a state of shock?

What is a common emotional response of victims after the initial shock of the crime has worn off?

What is a common consequence of fear becoming overwhelming in victims of crime?

Why do victims of crime often feel frustrated?

What is a common reason why victims of crime may feel guilty or blame themselves?

How can victims of crime cope with feelings of shame and humiliation?

What is a common long-term reaction to crime among victims?

What is NOT a recommended way to cope with the trauma or loss of a crime?

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