Does Education Impact Attitudes?: An Exploratory Examination of Victim-blaming Attitudes Before and After Courses on Victimology

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Abstract

In this exploratory study, focused on examining attitudes on victim blaming and rape culture, we highlight some potential strengths and weaknesses of teaching the subject.

Authors

• Rebecca Hayes, Central Michigan University

• Katalin Parti, Virginia Tech