Throughout Week 6, you examined victimization. Theories of victimization were explored as well as consequences of victimization. For this weeks assignment, you will reflect on the medias portrayal of crime and how it may contribute to victim blaming? It may help to identify a specific news segment, show, or movie. Think about how victims are portrayed? Are they blamed? Is there a discussion concerning why they were targeted? What consequences of the crime were revealed (financial, physical, emotional, psychological)?
Length: 450-500 Words
Your response should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.
