Description
Victimology: A Comprehensive Approach (Second Edition) offers a research-driven, student-friendly examination of the causes, consequences, and societal responses to victimization. Drawing from the most current studies and emerging issues in the field, this text provides a strong conceptual foundation for students in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, and social services programs.
Authors Leah E. Daigle and Lisa R. Muftic apply a consistent analytical framework throughout the book, helping readers understand:
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Why individuals experience victimization
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The impact of trauma on victims
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How the criminal justice system responds
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How social service agencies support victims
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The interaction between institutions serving victims
The text emphasizes the relationship between theory and real-world application, equipping students to critically evaluate policies and interventions while understanding the lived experiences of victims.
Key Topics Covered:
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Causes and consequences of victimization
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Trauma and its long-term effects
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Recurring victimization patterns
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Victim-offender overlap
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Prevention strategies and policy responses
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Immigration and victimization
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Bullying and school violence
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Homicides and sexual assaults involving LGBTQ individuals
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Emerging global perspectives in victimology
The streamlined Second Edition expands coverage of contemporary and sensitive issues shaping today’s criminal justice landscape. With a global focus and clear organization, the book encourages critical thinking while maintaining an accessible writing style for undergraduate and graduate students.
Ideal for courses in Victimology, Criminal Justice, Criminology, and Social Policy, this edition provides the foundational knowledge necessary to analyze victimization trends and develop informed, prevention-oriented responses.
