Question 1

How does the diversity of the Hispanic population affect victimization data?

Accepted Answer

The Bureau of Justice Statistics considers the "Hispanic" category as consisting of persons of any race. Some Hispanics report that they consider themselves white, black, American Indian, or Asian, a point that needs to be considered when examining the statistical data on crime and victimization rates

Question 2

Complicated bereavement differs from normal bereavement in the length and intensity of symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Sal was an Army lieutenant and the leader of a rifle platoon in World War II. For years after the war ended, he suffered from depression, anxiety, and recurring nightmares of his time in the war. Despite suffering from symptoms for years, Sal has no formal psychological diagnosis. Sal is most likely displaying symptoms of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  post-traumatic stress disorder 
B)  commercial sexual exploitation 
C)  child sexual abuse accommodation syndrome 
D)  complicated bereavement 
A)  post-traumatic stress disorder 
B)  commercial sexual exploitation 
C)  child sexual abuse accommodation syndrome 
D)  complicated bereavement A

Question 4

Most cases of child sexual abuse involve which type of relationship between victim and offender?

Accepted Answer

A)  The offender is an older sibling of the victim. 
B)  The victim and offender are strangers. 
C)  The victim and offender often know one another. 
D)  The offender is a primary caregiver of the victim. 
A)  The offender is an older sibling of the victim. 
B)  The victim and offender are strangers. 
C)  The victim and offender often know one another. 
D)  The offender is a primary caregiver of the victim.

Question 5

Briefly explain the relationship between monoculturalism and psychology. How may this relationship affect the role of forensic psychologists?

Accepted Answer

Many concepts in psychology are based on

Question 6

All of the following are identified needs of co-victims following notification of a death EXCEPT ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  an opportunity for venting of emotion 
B)  calm and reassuring authority 
C)  vengeance on the perpetrator 
D)  restoration of control 
A)  an opportunity for venting of emotion 
B)  calm and reassuring authority 
C)  vengeance on the perpetrator 
D)  restoration of control

Question 7

Successful psychological intervention for victims of sexual exploitation begins with a comprehensive assessment of each child or adolescent victim.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Research suggests that rape victims are four times more likely than noncrime victims to ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  be victimized by police 
B)  have contemplated suicide 
C)  abuse drugs 
D)  seek psychological help 
A)  be victimized by police 
B)  have contemplated suicide 
C)  abuse drugs 
D)  seek psychological help

Question 9

Which organization developed the most well-known and utilized model for training of death notifiers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Mothers Against Drunk Driving 
B)  Alcoholics Anonymous 
C)  National Rifle Association 
D)  International Critical Incident Stress Foundation 
A)  Mothers Against Drunk Driving 
B)  Alcoholics Anonymous 
C)  National Rifle Association 
D)  International Critical Incident Stress Foundation

Question 10

Summarize the research on homicides of young children.

Accepted Answer

Homicides of young children are often co

Question 11

Identify McIntyre's four stages that are involved in assessing the trafficking experience.

Accepted Answer

(1) The victim's vulnerabilities before

Question 12

Describe the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Accepted Answer

PTSD is usually characterized by recurre

Question 13

Which factor is associated with healthy grieving process following death?

Accepted Answer

A)  finding meaning in the death 
B)  the ability to detach from the experience 
C)  a desire to get over the loss and moving forward 
D)  resuming one's routine immediately after the loss 
A)  finding meaning in the death 
B)  the ability to detach from the experience 
C)  a desire to get over the loss and moving forward 
D)  resuming one's routine immediately after the loss

Question 14

Restorative justice is closely aligned with the philosophy of ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  mediation 
B)  retribution 
C)  formality 
D)  punishment 
A)  mediation 
B)  retribution 
C)  formality 
D)  punishment

Question 15

The impact of criminal violence on victims is best described as ______ and ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  substantial; far-reaching 
B)  temporary; stressful 
C)  undocumented; uncontrollable 
D)  impermeable; irrepressible 
A)  substantial; far-reaching 
B)  temporary; stressful 
C)  undocumented; uncontrollable 
D)  impermeable; irrepressible

Question 16

According to PTSD research, which variable may be the most important in one's psychological reaction to trauma?

Accepted Answer

A)  physical health 
B)  social support 
C)  gender 
D)  ethnicity 
A)  physical health 
B)  social support 
C)  gender 
D)  ethnicity

Question 17

Alicia is a 10-year-old girl who was sexually abused by an uncle, is regularly hit by her mother, and has been sexually assaulted by her older brother. Which term accurately describes Alicia?

Accepted Answer

A)  polyvictim 
B)  vicarious traumatization 
C)  multiculturalism 
D)  iatrogenic effect 
A)  polyvictim 
B)  vicarious traumatization 
C)  multiculturalism 
D)  iatrogenic effect

Question 18

Which group has been disproportionately represented among homicide victims?

Accepted Answer

A)  older, Hispanic females 
B)  young, Black males 
C)  older, American Indian females 
D)  young, White males 
A)  older, Hispanic females 
B)  young, Black males 
C)  older, American Indian females 
D)  young, White males

Question 19

Approximately how many children and adolescents become victims of commercial sexual exploitation in the United States each year?

Accepted Answer

A)  3,000 
B)  13,000 
C)  30,000 
D)  300,000 
A)  3,000 
B)  13,000 
C)  30,000 
D)  300,000

Question 20

The homicide rate of juveniles in the United States is low compared to other developed, industrialized nations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

How does the diversity of the Hispanic population affect victimization data?

Complicated bereavement differs from normal bereavement in the length and intensity of symptoms.

Most cases of child sexual abuse involve which type of relationship between victim and offender?

Briefly explain the relationship between monoculturalism and psychology. How may this relationship affect the role of forensic psychologists?

All of the following are identified needs of co-victims following notification of a death EXCEPT ______.

Successful psychological intervention for victims of sexual exploitation begins with a comprehensive assessment of each child or adolescent victim.

Research suggests that rape victims are four times more likely than noncrime victims to ______.

Which organization developed the most well-known and utilized model for training of death notifiers?

Summarize the research on homicides of young children.

Identify McIntyre's four stages that are involved in assessing the trafficking experience.

Describe the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Which factor is associated with healthy grieving process following death?

Restorative justice is closely aligned with the philosophy of ______.

The impact of criminal violence on victims is best described as and .

According to PTSD research, which variable may be the most important in one's psychological reaction to trauma?

Alicia is a 10-year-old girl who was sexually abused by an uncle, is regularly hit by her mother, and has been sexually assaulted by her older brother. Which term accurately describes Alicia?

Which group has been disproportionately represented among homicide victims?

Approximately how many children and adolescents become victims of commercial sexual exploitation in the United States each year?

The homicide rate of juveniles in the United States is low compared to other developed, industrialized nations.

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Police and Public Safety Psychology

Psychology of Investigations

Consulting and Testifying

Consulting With Criminal Courts

Family Law and Other Forms of Civil Litigation

The Development of Delinquent and Criminal Behavior

Psychology of Violence and Intimidation

Psychology of Sexual Assault

Family Violence and Child Victimization

Correctional Psychology in Adult Settings

Juvenile Justice and Corrections

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Exam 10: Forensic Psychology and the Victims of Crime

How does the diversity of the Hispanic population affect victimization data?

Complicated bereavement differs from normal bereavement in the length and intensity of symptoms.

Most cases of child sexual abuse involve which type of relationship between victim and offender?

Briefly explain the relationship between monoculturalism and psychology. How may this relationship affect the role of forensic psychologists?

All of the following are identified needs of co-victims following notification of a death EXCEPT ______.

Successful psychological intervention for victims of sexual exploitation begins with a comprehensive assessment of each child or adolescent victim.

Research suggests that rape victims are four times more likely than noncrime victims to ______.

Which organization developed the most well-known and utilized model for training of death notifiers?

Summarize the research on homicides of young children.

Identify McIntyre's four stages that are involved in assessing the trafficking experience.

Describe the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder.

Which factor is associated with healthy grieving process following death?

Restorative justice is closely aligned with the philosophy of ______.

The impact of criminal violence on victims is best described as ______ and ______.

According to PTSD research, which variable may be the most important in one's psychological reaction to trauma?

Alicia is a 10-year-old girl who was sexually abused by an uncle, is regularly hit by her mother, and has been sexually assaulted by her older brother. Which term accurately describes Alicia?

Which group has been disproportionately represented among homicide victims?

Approximately how many children and adolescents become victims of commercial sexual exploitation in the United States each year?

The homicide rate of juveniles in the United States is low compared to other developed, industrialized nations.

Introduction to Forensic Psychology

Police and Public Safety Psychology

Psychology of Investigations

Consulting and Testifying

Consulting With Criminal Courts

Family Law and Other Forms of Civil Litigation

The Development of Delinquent and Criminal Behavior

Psychology of Violence and Intimidation

Psychology of Sexual Assault

Family Violence and Child Victimization

Correctional Psychology in Adult Settings

Juvenile Justice and Corrections

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The impact of criminal violence on victims is best described as and .