The purpose of this research is to find out the association between fear of crime victimization and how it effects the psychological well-being of adults residing in Lahore. The objective of this research is to determine that the fear of crime victimization effects the psychological well-being of adults in Lahore who have always been victims to any of the many incidents happening around time.
This research has been conducted to know to what extent the psychological well-being of people is being disturbed because of crime. The research was carried out at the University of the punjab from various of its departments. A sample size of 200 respondents was taken into account and it varied from workers, students and faculty members. We used random sampling to gather data from our respondents. We developed a questionnaire based on 38 questions. After the development of the questionnaire we randomly asked people to fill up the questionnaire upon their consent. The data collected was checked and edited for clarity, legibility, relevance and adequacy. For this purpose, SPSS 21 was used to analyze data in the form of Frequencies, Percentage and Graphs. With the help of our findings it was concluded that there is high association of fear of crime victimization and psychological well-being. The results of the findings were 0.02 which shows that the association between psychological well-being and fear of crime victimization is high.
Table of Contents
Background
Fear of crime:
Importance of Psychological wellbeing
Crime and its association with psychological well-being
Objectives:
Problem Statement
Review of Literature
Conceptualization and Operationalization
Fear of crime And Social Disorganization Theory:
Insecurity:
Sexual Abuse.
Altruistic fear
Methodology
Findings and Discussion:
Descriptive Statistics
Socio-demographic characteristics of respondents:
Fear of Crime Victimization:
Conclusion and Recommendation:
Research Objectives and Thematic Focus
The primary aim of this research is to investigate the association between the fear of crime victimization and its impact on the psychological wellbeing of adults living in Lahore. The study explores how perceived threats and criminal incidents contribute to individual and societal instability, ultimately affecting mental health and daily functional quality.
- Analysis of factors contributing to the fear of victimization among adults.
- Measurement of fear levels and their correlation with psychological wellbeing.
- Examination of social disorganization and its role in fostering insecurity.
- Investigation into specific crime-related stressors such as sexual abuse, cyberbullying, and terrorism.
- Evaluation of the long-term impact of crime-related fear on social and family structures.
Excerpt from the Book
Fear of crime:
This fear can be produced by any of the incidents happen to the self, its relatives or to the community. Actual fear of crime is triggered by some cue, and it is unlikely that a respondent is experiencing actual fear during a survey interview. The outcome of any criminal incident can surely put that person in trauma. Primary injuries can be categorized into three groups i-e physical, economic or emotional. Similarly, the secondary injuries tend to be more psychological as the individual do not get the required support from the friends and family.Not only this, but secondary injuries can also be caused by the friends, family media, judges, mental health professionals, etc. (Henrry, 2008)
Summary of Chapters
Background: Discusses the nature of crime as a societal phenomenon and reviews existing academic literature regarding the impact of victimization on individual social functioning.
Review of Literature: Examines prior studies on perceived risk and criminal victimization, highlighting how personal and contextual variables influence reactions to crime.
Conceptualization and Operationalization: Presents a theoretical model linking social disorganization to psychological distress, identifying key indicators such as insecurity, altruistic fear, and cyberbullying.
Methodology: Outlines the quantitative research approach conducted at the University of the Punjab using a survey of 200 respondents to measure the correlation between fear and psychological wellbeing.
Findings and Discussion: Analyzes the collected data, providing demographic breakdowns and reporting that a significant association exists between the fear of crime victimization and psychological distress.
Conclusion and Recommendation: Summarizes the study's findings and suggests policy-oriented recommendations, including environmental design and community-based prevention strategies to mitigate the impact of fear on public health.
Keywords
Fear of Crime Victimization, Psychological wellbeing, Social fabric, Sexual Abuse, Terrorism, Insecurity, Cyberbullying, Altruistic fear, Social Disorganization Theory, Quantitative Research, Lahore, Mental Health, Crime Prevention, Personal Vulnerability, Public Health.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the primary objective of this research?
The research aims to determine the association between the fear of crime victimization and its impact on the psychological wellbeing of adults residing in Lahore.
Which scientific method was employed in this study?
The study utilizes a quantitative research methodology, employing random sampling to collect data from 200 respondents using a self-developed 38-question survey, analyzed via SPSS 21.
What are the central themes covered in this paper?
The central themes include the relationship between psychological wellbeing and crime, social disorganization, insecurity, sexual abuse, altruistic fear, and cyberbullying.
What does the study conclude regarding the fear of crime?
The study concludes that there is a high association between the fear of crime victimization and psychological wellbeing, indicating that this fear significantly damages both individual mental health and broader societal functioning.
How is "social disorganization" defined in the context of the study?
Social disorganization is defined as a lack of proper systems against crime, which fosters an environment of insecurity and instability, negatively impacting the mental health and daily lives of the residents.
Does the fear of crime affect different age groups and genders equally?
The study notes that perceptions of vulnerability—often linked to age, gender, and physical frailty—influence how individuals experience fear, with many women feeling specifically more threatened by sexual assault and harassment.
Why is cyberbullying included as a primary research theme?
Cyberbullying is addressed as a modern, critical form of crime that contributes significantly to rising levels of anxiety, depression, and suicidal tendencies among teenagers and adults.
What do the researchers recommend to mitigate these issues?
The researchers recommend that authorities focus on improving environmental design, such as better street lighting, alongside transparent communication about actual risks versus perceived fears to foster community-based prevention.
- Arbeit zitieren
- Arbab Uddin (Autor:in), 2018, Fear of Crime Victimization and its Impact on Psychological Well-Being, München, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/388025
