Victimization and Violence Among Asian Adults: Impact of Stress, Well-Being, and Social Support

• In Event: Consequences of Global Disasters and Cross-National Variations In Violence

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought greater attention to the victimization experiences of Asians and their potential vulnerability to violence. While there has been research on the victim-offender overlap in different contexts, less is known about the role of victimization and other important risk factors in predicting violence among Asian adults since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study draws on international survey data collected recently among adults in six countries and employs negative binomial regression models to assess the role of risk and protective factors in violence engagement among Asians. Findings reveal that physical and verbal abuse are important predictors of violent behavior among Asian adults. Different stressors and mental health issues are also found to contribute to violence, while social support serve as a crime preventative factor. The implications of the current study and policy suggestions are discussed.

Authors

• Jullianne Regalado, University of Delaware

• Jamie Yap, California State University, Long Beach

• Anastasiia Timmer, California State University, Northridge

• Laura Iesue, Sam Houston State University

• Ali Jawaid, University of Texas Health Center