Examining Theoretical Correlates of Recurrent Victimization in Adulthood

• In Event: Current Research on Poly Victims and Repeat Victims of Violence

Abstract

Despite the considerable harms associated with exposure to more than one victimization experience, there is a limited understanding of what may increase an individual’s vulnerability to these recurrent experiences. The current study seeks to address this knowledge gap and advance the extant literature on recurrent victimization by examining how relevant theoretical correlates—individual characteristics, lifestyle factors, personality traits, and adverse childhood experiences—may differentiate recurrent victims from non-victims and those who experience single-incident victimization. The current study thus commissioned YouGov to administer a survey to approximately 1,700 adults from the general population. Both personal and property victimization were assessed using behaviorally specific language to explore the relationship between theoretical correlates and recurrent victimization experiences. Analyses are pending. However, findings of this work will provide valuable insights into which theoretical factors may be important in differentiating recurrent victims from non- and single-victims.

Authors

• Amber E. Krushas, University of Nebraska at Omaha

• Teresa C. Kulig, University of Nebraska at Omaha

• Leah C. Butler, University of Nebraska at Omaha