23 Jun Consider the definition of victimology Of the various methods of collecting crime and victimization?data discussed in this module and in any additional research that you
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Topic for your initial response: Consider the definition of victimology. Of the various methods of collecting crime and victimization data discussed in this module and in any additional research that you conduct, which are best suited for use in researching victimology? Why? Expand your thoughts to think beyond the NCVS and other large surveys. What about smaller measures, such as the other surveys touched upon in the module resources. Are these instruments worth the investment?
More questions to consider in your initial response:
- Does qualitative or quantitative research best address victimization?
- How can the collection of data help or harm victims of crime?
Facts Everyone Should Know About
Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Violence, & Stalking
Intimate partner violence is widespread.
1in 4 women
1in 9 men
were victims of contact sexual violence*, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner with a negative impact such as injury, fear, concern for safety, needing services.
* Contact sexual violence includes rape, being made to penetrate, sexual coercion, and/or unwanted sexual contact.
Sexual violence affects women and men.
About1in 3 women and nearly1in 6men were victims of contact sexual violence at some point in their lives.
Nearly 23 million women and 1.7 million men have been the victims of rape or attempted rape at some point in their lives.
Violence starts early.
Before the age of 18:
8.5 millionwomen first experienced rape.
1.5 millionmen were first made to penetrate.
3.5millionwomen & nearly1millionmen first experienced being stalked.
Intimate partner violence can be severe.
N early1in 4 women
1in 7 men have experienced severe physical violence* by an intimate partner during their lifetime.
* Severe physical violence includes hit with a fist or something hard, kicked, hurt by pulling hair, slammed against something, tried to hurt by choking or suffocating, beaten, burned on purpose, used a knife or gun.
Victims of intimate partner violence* commonly report negative impacts such as:
Feeling fearful
62%
Concern for their safety
57%
Symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder
52% women
18% 17% 17% men
*Among victims who experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime.
By understanding these types of violence, we can take action in our communities to stop them before they start.
Visit cdc.gov/violenceprevention/nisvs to learn more.
Source: All data appearing in this infographic comes from The National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS):
2010-2012 State Report. Atlanta, GA. National Center for Injury Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
