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Defining and Studying Elder Abuse Polyvictimization
NIJ Social Science Analyst Yunsoo Park shares her knowledge about elder abuse, a widespread issue in the U.S. and around the world, particularly polyvictimization — the experience of a range of different types of abuse and maltreatment. As much as 11% of community-residing older adults experienced some form of abuse or mistreatment in the past year. Yunsoo discusses risk factors, difficulties in defining and studying elder abuse polyvictimization, and strategies for intervention and prevention. Stacy Lee Reynolds, a Communications Assistant with NIJ, hosts.
Shedding Light on Assault
Social Media and Domestic Radicalization
Social media has become a potent tool for spreading extremist beliefs and promoting violent extremism. NIJ Social Science analyst Aisha Javed Qureshi joins writer-editor Paul Haskins for a conversation about how scientific research is helping law enforcement and other agencies understand and address this growing concern.
Recovery Month: What We've Learned
Measuring Crime Reported to Law Enforcement using NIBRS Data
To Catch a Drug
Portraits of Recovery: David Gibbs
Portraits of Recovery: Doreen Schenkenberger
A Conversation with Roberta Roper: The Evolution of Victims' Rights
The Story of Veterans Treatment Courts: Judge Robert Russell
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