NCJ Number
160132
Editor(s)
A Dobrin,
B Wiersema,
C Loftin,
D McDowall
Date Published
1996
Length
413 pages
Annotation
This volume presents more than 330 tables and 40 figures providing statistical data regarding the nature and extent of the violence problem, its geographic distribution, the demographic variations in violent behavior and victimization risk, the circumstances associated with violent incidents, and public opinions concerning violence and its prevention.
Abstract
The information is intended for use by researchers, policymakers, service providers, community-based organizations organizing prevention programs, and staff of public and private funding agencies. The volume is organized into five topical chapters. The first chapter describes patterns of interpersonal violence that result in death. Chapter Two characterizes other types of interpersonal violence: assault, robbery, rape, and carjacking. Chapter Three focuses on groups and situations that are vulnerable or at high risk due to their occupational situation and other factors. Chapter Four describes tangible losses and measurable consequences of violence, including psychological trauma, injury, economic losses, and losses in life expectancy. Chapter Five focuses on public attitudes regarding when violence is justified, how violence influences opinions and behavior, precautions people take to avoid violence, recommended government and community actions, and violence causes. Glossary, index, and appended methodological information