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In the context of human behavior and victimology, what is the primary focus of study?
In the context of human behavior and victimology, what is the primary focus of study?
- The history of famous criminal cases
- The psychological and sociological factors influencing criminal behavior (correct)
- The impact of technology on crime prevention
- The legal system and criminal justice procedures
Which of the following is an example of secondary victimization?
Which of the following is an example of secondary victimization?
- A therapist blaming a survivor for their trauma (correct)
- A police officer investigating a crime scene
- A community organizing a neighborhood watch program
- A victim seeking legal assistance
What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?
What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?
- The reluctance of victims to report crimes to authorities (correct)
- The overrepresentation of certain demographics in crime statistics
- The influence of media on public perception of crime rates
- The implementation of crime prevention programs
Which theory focuses on the role of social bonds and relationships in preventing delinquent behavior?
Which theory focuses on the role of social bonds and relationships in preventing delinquent behavior?
In the context of human behavior and victimology, which factor refers to the underreporting of crime and victimization?
In the context of human behavior and victimology, which factor refers to the underreporting of crime and victimization?
What theory in victimology focuses on the idea that victims may initiate, either actively or passively, the criminal act that leads to their victimization?
What theory in victimology focuses on the idea that victims may initiate, either actively or passively, the criminal act that leads to their victimization?
Which of the following is a form of harm that can result from victimization and is often less visible than physical injuries?
Which of the following is a form of harm that can result from victimization and is often less visible than physical injuries?
What term refers to the process by which the criminal justice system re-victimizes the victim through insensitive treatment or questioning?
What term refers to the process by which the criminal justice system re-victimizes the victim through insensitive treatment or questioning?
In the study of human behavior and victimology, which term refers to the process where a victim, through their actions or behavior, unintentionally attracts the criminal act that leads to their victimization?
In the study of human behavior and victimology, which term refers to the process where a victim, through their actions or behavior, unintentionally attracts the criminal act that leads to their victimization?
What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?
What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?
Which form of harm, often less visible than physical injuries, can result from victimization?
Which form of harm, often less visible than physical injuries, can result from victimization?
In the context of human behavior and victimology, what term refers to the insensitive treatment or questioning by the criminal justice system that re-victimizes the victim?
In the context of human behavior and victimology, what term refers to the insensitive treatment or questioning by the criminal justice system that re-victimizes the victim?
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Focus of victimology
Focus of victimology
The study of psychological and sociological factors that influence criminal behavior.
Secondary victimization
Secondary victimization
The process by which the criminal justice system re-victimizes the victim through insensitive treatment or questioning.
Dark figure of crime
Dark figure of crime
The underreporting of crime and victimization, creating a gap between known and actual crime rates.
Victim precipitation theory
Victim precipitation theory
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Psychological trauma
Psychological trauma
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Victim precipitation
Victim precipitation
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Social control theory
Social control theory
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Factor contributing to the 'dark figure of crime'
Factor contributing to the 'dark figure of crime'
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Form of harm resulting from victimization
Form of harm resulting from victimization
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Term referring to insensitive treatment by the criminal justice system
Term referring to insensitive treatment by the criminal justice system
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Process where victims attract criminal acts
Process where victims attract criminal acts
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Focus of study in human behavior and victimology
Focus of study in human behavior and victimology
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Study Notes
Victimology
- The primary focus of study in victimology is human behavior and victimization.
Secondary Victimization
- An example of secondary victimization is the insensitive treatment or questioning by the criminal justice system that re-victimizes the victim.
Dark Figure of Crime
- The "dark figure of crime" refers to unreported crimes and contributes to the underreporting of crime and victimization.
Theories in Victimology
- The Social Bond Theory focuses on the role of social bonds and relationships in preventing delinquent behavior.
- The Victim Precipitation Theory focuses on the idea that victims may initiate, either actively or passively, the criminal act that leads to their victimization.
Harm from Victimization
- Emotional harm is a form of harm that can result from victimization and is often less visible than physical injuries.
Victim Contributory Behavior
- The term "victim contributory behavior" refers to the process where a victim, through their actions or behavior, unintentionally attracts the criminal act that leads to their victimization.
Revictimization
- Secondary victimization is also referred to as "revictimization" and occurs when the criminal justice system re-victimizes the victim through insensitive treatment or questioning.
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