Human Behavior and Victimology Quiz

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In the context of human behavior and victimology, what is the primary focus of study?

The psychological and sociological factors influencing criminal behavior

Which of the following is an example of secondary victimization?

A therapist blaming a survivor for their trauma

What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?

The reluctance of victims to report crimes to authorities

Which theory focuses on the role of social bonds and relationships in preventing delinquent behavior?

<p>Social control theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of human behavior and victimology, which factor refers to the underreporting of crime and victimization?

<p>Dark figure of crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

What theory in victimology focuses on the idea that victims may initiate, either actively or passively, the criminal act that leads to their victimization?

<p>Victim precipitation theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a form of harm that can result from victimization and is often less visible than physical injuries?

<p>Psychological trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term refers to the process by which the criminal justice system re-victimizes the victim through insensitive treatment or questioning?

<p>Secondary victimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

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?

<p>Victim precipitation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to the 'dark figure of crime' in victimology?

<p>Underreporting of crime and victimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form of harm, often less visible than physical injuries, can result from victimization?

<p>Psychological trauma</p> Signup and view all the answers

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?

<p>Secondary victimization</p> Signup and view all the answers

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