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What is the primary focus of rape crisis centres and similar services?
What is the primary focus of rape crisis centres and similar services?
In which decade did services for male victims of crime start becoming available?
In which decade did services for male victims of crime start becoming available?
What right are victims of crime afforded in the criminal justice model?
What right are victims of crime afforded in the criminal justice model?
What is one challenge faced in the implementation of services for crime victims?
What is one challenge faced in the implementation of services for crime victims?
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In which countries are victims of all types of crime routinely contacted for support?
In which countries are victims of all types of crime routinely contacted for support?
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What is the primary focus of the care model of victim support?
What is the primary focus of the care model of victim support?
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Which aspect characterizes the second model of victim support?
Which aspect characterizes the second model of victim support?
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What type of statement can victims provide to the court to express the impact of their victimization?
What type of statement can victims provide to the court to express the impact of their victimization?
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Which model emphasizes the inclusion of victims within the criminal justice process?
Which model emphasizes the inclusion of victims within the criminal justice process?
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What significant time period was noted for the introduction of state compensation schemes in western countries?
What significant time period was noted for the introduction of state compensation schemes in western countries?
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In developing nations, why is state compensation particularly important?
In developing nations, why is state compensation particularly important?
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Why is it important to emphasize the provision of services to victims beyond the services themselves?
Why is it important to emphasize the provision of services to victims beyond the services themselves?
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Which statement about existing state compensation schemes is accurate?
Which statement about existing state compensation schemes is accurate?
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What model combines elements of both the welfare and human rights approaches to victim support?
What model combines elements of both the welfare and human rights approaches to victim support?
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Which ideology primarily governs the first model of victim support?
Which ideology primarily governs the first model of victim support?
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Which statement reflects a common issue faced by victims when applying for state compensation?
Which statement reflects a common issue faced by victims when applying for state compensation?
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What is one primary goal of the victim empowerment program as part of the National Crime Prevention Strategy?
What is one primary goal of the victim empowerment program as part of the National Crime Prevention Strategy?
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Which of the following statements describes how victims can assist law enforcement?
Which of the following statements describes how victims can assist law enforcement?
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What can be an outcome of failing to empower victims within the criminal justice system?
What can be an outcome of failing to empower victims within the criminal justice system?
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Who is responsible for addressing the needs of crime victims according to the multi-agency approach?
Who is responsible for addressing the needs of crime victims according to the multi-agency approach?
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What year was the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) approved by the Cabinet?
What year was the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS) approved by the Cabinet?
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What negative effect can occur if the criminal justice system fails to support victims?
What negative effect can occur if the criminal justice system fails to support victims?
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Which strategy is included within the overall framework of criminal justice policy in South Africa?
Which strategy is included within the overall framework of criminal justice policy in South Africa?
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What impact does treating victims fairly have on the criminal justice system?
What impact does treating victims fairly have on the criminal justice system?
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What is considered a key performance indicator for effective police investigations?
What is considered a key performance indicator for effective police investigations?
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Which agency is identified as the lead agency in the service delivery model for victims of crime?
Which agency is identified as the lead agency in the service delivery model for victims of crime?
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What is the primary premise behind the integrated service delivery model for crime victims?
What is the primary premise behind the integrated service delivery model for crime victims?
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Which of the following roles is NOT included in the main role players for victim support?
Which of the following roles is NOT included in the main role players for victim support?
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What goal does the service delivery model aim to achieve?
What goal does the service delivery model aim to achieve?
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How does crime victimization potentially affect public perception of human rights?
How does crime victimization potentially affect public perception of human rights?
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What approach is recommended for the government regarding crime prevention?
What approach is recommended for the government regarding crime prevention?
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What aspect does a restorative justice system seek to encourage?
What aspect does a restorative justice system seek to encourage?
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Which statement accurately describes the impact of emotional or psychological violence compared to physical victimization?
Which statement accurately describes the impact of emotional or psychological violence compared to physical victimization?
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What does Tshiwula define violence as?
What does Tshiwula define violence as?
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Which of the following is included in the definition of domestic violence?
Which of the following is included in the definition of domestic violence?
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What key aspect should be avoided when discussing domestic violence and spousal abuse?
What key aspect should be avoided when discussing domestic violence and spousal abuse?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of physical abuse?
Which of the following is NOT considered a sign of physical abuse?
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What are the internal signs of physical abuse?
What are the internal signs of physical abuse?
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What is a common misconception about domestic violence?
What is a common misconception about domestic violence?
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Which type of abuse includes the use of force and the threat of force?
Which type of abuse includes the use of force and the threat of force?
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What was the primary finding of McLeod's analysis of domestic violence cases?
What was the primary finding of McLeod's analysis of domestic violence cases?
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According to Smith's report on spousal abuse, which statement about the injuries sustained by victims is accurate?
According to Smith's report on spousal abuse, which statement about the injuries sustained by victims is accurate?
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What was the outcome for the woman who ripped off her husband's testicle?
What was the outcome for the woman who ripped off her husband's testicle?
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What percentage of domestic violence incidents involved actions such as pushing and grabbing according to the British Crime Survey of 1996?
What percentage of domestic violence incidents involved actions such as pushing and grabbing according to the British Crime Survey of 1996?
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What does Smith suggest about the upper body strength of the average woman in comparison to men?
What does Smith suggest about the upper body strength of the average woman in comparison to men?
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According to the content, which type of weapon is most frequently mentioned as being used by women in domestic violence incidents?
According to the content, which type of weapon is most frequently mentioned as being used by women in domestic violence incidents?
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In the case studies presented, what common theme is observed regarding the type of injuries sustained by male victims?
In the case studies presented, what common theme is observed regarding the type of injuries sustained by male victims?
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What factor contributed to the severity of injuries among male victims of domestic violence according to the content?
What factor contributed to the severity of injuries among male victims of domestic violence according to the content?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course title: Victimology
- Course code: CMY3705
- Department: Criminology and Security Science
- Institution: University of South Africa
- Location: Pretoria
Learning Units (Summary)
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Learning Unit 1: Brief History
- Defines Victimology
- Explains the historical sources and development of Victimology
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Learning Unit 2: Victim Support and Empowerment
- Defines secondary victimisation
- Discusses various victim support models
- Focuses on the dynamics of victim support in the criminal justice process.
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Learning Unit 3: Domestic Violence
- Introduces key concepts and types of domestic violence
- Presents a systems theory perspective on abusive relationships
- Explores the concepts of trauma bonding, psychological entrapment, and separation assault.
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Learning Unit 4: Children as Vulnerable Victims
- Explores sexual exploitation of children
- The harm suffered by children exploited through trafficking
- The role of street children in Africa
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Learning Unit 5: Victims of Harmful Cultural Practices
- Focuses on the victimisation of females
- Examines the harmful cultural practices like Ukuthwala and female genital mutilation.
- Discusses circumcision of boys
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Learning Unit 6: Victims of Farm Attacks
- Defines farm attacks and presents the historical background.
- Identifies potential causes of farm attacks
- Discusses aspects relating to the nature of the trauma and consequences
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Learning Unit 7: Victims of Hate Crimes
- Introduces hate crimes and provides an definition
- Analyses xenophobia in South Africa
- Explains the phenomenon of racial, sexual orientation-based hate victimisation
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Learning Unit 8: Victims of HIV/AIDS and Gender-based Violent Crimes
- The relationship between HIV/AIDS and gender-based violence
- Explains stigma and how it affects people living with HIV/AIDS, and gender
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Learning Unit 9: Offenders as Victims
- Examines the victimisation of prisoners, especially females, the elderly, and males.
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Learning Unit 10: Victimology in Practice - Victim Impact Statements
- Defines Victim Impact Statements (VIS)
- Explains purpose and legal provisions for VISs
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Learning Unit 11: The Way Forward
- Discusses the future of Victimology and areas that need further research development and collaboration.
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This quiz explores the primary concepts related to victim support services, including the rights of crime victims, models of support, and historical developments. It addresses challenges in implementing these services and emphasizes the importance of including victims in the criminal justice process.
