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Which paradigm of Victimology views the victim as blameless and emphasizes the need for victim rights?
Who are the exponents mentioned in the text that contributed to the emergence of Victimology?
Which paradigm of Victimology is focused on reducing the influence of the criminal justice system?
According to the paradigm discussed in the text, who is viewed as the real offender?
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According to Viano, what are the four stages a person has to go through to be treated as a victim?
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What does secondary victimization refer to?
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What is the main characteristic that increases the potential for repeat victimization according to Finkelhor and Asigian?
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Which paradigm of Victimology views the victim as having some degree of blame in the crime?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus of the discipline of Victimology?
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Which paradigm of Victimology emphasizes the rights of victims as long as it doesn't interfere with the rights of the offender?
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Who is viewed as the real offender in the paradigm discussed?
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What is the term used to describe the insensitivity shown towards victims by those who were supposed to protect and assist them?
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What are the four stages a person has to go through to be treated as a victim according to Viano?
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What does the term 'facilitation' refer to in Victimology?
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According to the Conservative law and order paradigm, who is primarily blamed for the crime?
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Which paradigm of Victimology emphasizes the diffusion of roles between the victim and the offender?
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According to the Critical Victimology paradigm, what should be done with the criminal justice system?
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According to Viano, what is the final stage a person must go through to be treated as a victim?
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What is the term used to describe the concept of being victimized again by those who were supposed to protect and assist the victim?
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What is the main characteristic that increases the potential for repeat victimization according to Finkelhor and Asigian?
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Which concept in Victimology refers to the victim unknowingly, carelessly, or negligently making it easier for the criminal to commit a crime?
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Study Notes
Victimology Paradigms
- Blameless Victim Paradigm: Views victims as blameless, emphasizing the importance of victim rights.
- Conservative Law and Order Paradigm: Attributes primary blame for crime mainly to the offender.
- Critical Victimology Paradigm: Advocates for changes within the criminal justice system, emphasizing victim rights without undermining offender rights.
- Facilitation: Represents the victim’s unintentional role in creating conditions that allow crimes to occur.
Key Contributors to Victimology
- Exponents of Victimology: Various scholars and advocates contributed to the development of this field, highlighting victim rights and experiences.
Stages of Victimhood According to Viano
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Four Stages to Victim Status:
- Recognition of oneself as a victim.
- Validation of the victim's experience by others.
- Acceptance of the victim identity.
- Seeking assistance or resolution to the victimization.
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Final Stage: Completion of the steps leading to being acknowledged and treated as a victim.
Secondary Victimization
- Refers to the insensitivity or harm inflicted on victims by those who are supposed to provide support and protection.
Characteristics of Repeat Victimization
- Identified by Finkelhor and Asigian, a key characteristic that enhances repeat victimization is the victim's prior experience of victimization.
Role Diffusion in Victimology
- Emphasis on Role Diffusion: Some paradigms explore the complexities of shared roles and responsibilities between victims and offenders.
Insensitivity Towards Victims
- The term describes a phenomenon where victims experience additional harm from helpers or authorities failing to respond appropriately.
Concepts in Victimology
- Concept of Repeat Victimization: Points to the cycle of victimization experienced by individuals, often triggered by underlying vulnerabilities or unresolved issues.
- Unintentional Contribution to Crime: Victims may inadvertently facilitate crime by behaving carelessly or negligently.
Victim Rights
- There is a call across various paradigms for recognizing and reinforcing the rights of victims, ensuring they are not overlooked in favor of the offender's rights.
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Understanding Victimisation in South Africa: Test your knowledge on the role of victims in the criminal justice system and explore the changing perceptions surrounding victimhood. Discover key arguments and perspectives surrounding victimisation in SA.
