Victim Proneness Discussion

Victim Proneness Discussion

Victim Proneness Discussion

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Week 2 – Discussion 2

Victim Proneness

Your textbook described the concept of shared responsibility and issues related to victim proneness, individual vulnerability, and personal accountability for one’s misfortunes. Evaluate the differences between three arguments outlined in the text: victim-blaming, victim-defending, and system-blaming arguments. Recall at least five risk factors for victimization that were described in the readings. Outline how each of these risk factors is associated with the three arguments indicated above.

In addition, review the authors call for crackdown on crime victims. Explain the controversy surrounding this issue. Posts should be at least 300 words. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings by Day 7.

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1. Textbook      Karmen, A. (2016). Crime victims: An introduction to victimology (9th ed.). Retrieved from https://redshelf.com       Chapter 4: A Closer Look at the Victims of Interpersonal Crimes of Violence and Theft       Chapter 5: The Ongoing Controversy over Shared Responsibility Recommended Readings 1. Article:     Rennison, M.C. and Planty, M. (2006). Reassessing Who Contributed Most to the Decline in Violence      During the 1990s: A Reminder That Size Does Matter. Violence and Victims., 21(1), 23-47. (ProQuest       Document ID: 993203211).

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