JU-MARI PRETORIUS STUDENT NUMBER: 63992256
CMY3705 06/10/2021
QUESTION 1 : Provide a detailed discussion on how technological developments have made it
possible to be victimised. Your discussion should focus on youth victimisation and also use your own
practical and relevant examples to show your insight and understanding of this phenomenon
INTRODUCTION
Victimology can be described as a discipline of criminology, that studies the
relationship between a wronged party and an offender scientifically. It investigates
the causes as well as the character of the resulting anguish. It also considers if the
offenders were strangers, acquaintances, friends, family members, or even
intimates, as well as why a specific person or location was targeted. Nowadays the
development of technology has led to one of the main causes for victimization,
especially among youth. This will be discussed in greater detail throughout this
essay.
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT IN REGARD TO INTERNET
EXPLOITATION
Victimology has been greatly influenced by technological advancements in society.
Cybercrime, identity theft, and other emerging types of crime have created a new
category of victimization. It is no longer necessary to visit unsafe locations late at
night to expose yourself to dangerous situations.
We live in the twenty-first century, which means that everything is done online, and
we are constantly surrounded by technology it became a part of our everyday lives.
In the comfort of your own home, you can become a victim of a crime. Virtual
violence is defined as violence that is not physically experienced but has a long-term
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, JU-MARI PRETORIUS STUDENT NUMBER: 63992256
CMY3705 06/10/2021
psychosocial impact on a person. Television, music, cinema, video, computer
games, and the Internet are all examples of virtual violence in entertainment.
As a result of being exposed to television shows and online games, new types of
socialization are arising. A new breed of teenagers has developed which are referred
to as “Screenagers” who are far more knowledgeable about electronic media than
adults. Instead of only being a communicator of events, the youth regard the media
as a duplication of cultural reality.
That’s what we will be discussing in more detail, how the development and
exploitation of technology has led to the victimization of youth and what are
examples that can be identified regarding this topic.
YOUTH VICTIMISATION AS A RESULT OF INTERNET
EXPLOITATION
Children are frequently the victims of internet crimes because they are often trusting,
innocent, curious, adventurous, and eager for attention and affection, making them
ideal targets for illicit activity.
The fact that children have not been considered as reliable witnesses by the courts
is the most appealing reason to predators, so the threat to children is even greater
because predators can remain anonymous on the internet. For example, the
perpetrator might utilize information to develop an online friendship with a minor
victim typically, this results in the exchange of presents and photos.
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CMY3705 06/10/2021
QUESTION 1 : Provide a detailed discussion on how technological developments have made it
possible to be victimised. Your discussion should focus on youth victimisation and also use your own
practical and relevant examples to show your insight and understanding of this phenomenon
INTRODUCTION
Victimology can be described as a discipline of criminology, that studies the
relationship between a wronged party and an offender scientifically. It investigates
the causes as well as the character of the resulting anguish. It also considers if the
offenders were strangers, acquaintances, friends, family members, or even
intimates, as well as why a specific person or location was targeted. Nowadays the
development of technology has led to one of the main causes for victimization,
especially among youth. This will be discussed in greater detail throughout this
essay.
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT IN REGARD TO INTERNET
EXPLOITATION
Victimology has been greatly influenced by technological advancements in society.
Cybercrime, identity theft, and other emerging types of crime have created a new
category of victimization. It is no longer necessary to visit unsafe locations late at
night to expose yourself to dangerous situations.
We live in the twenty-first century, which means that everything is done online, and
we are constantly surrounded by technology it became a part of our everyday lives.
In the comfort of your own home, you can become a victim of a crime. Virtual
violence is defined as violence that is not physically experienced but has a long-term
1
, JU-MARI PRETORIUS STUDENT NUMBER: 63992256
CMY3705 06/10/2021
psychosocial impact on a person. Television, music, cinema, video, computer
games, and the Internet are all examples of virtual violence in entertainment.
As a result of being exposed to television shows and online games, new types of
socialization are arising. A new breed of teenagers has developed which are referred
to as “Screenagers” who are far more knowledgeable about electronic media than
adults. Instead of only being a communicator of events, the youth regard the media
as a duplication of cultural reality.
That’s what we will be discussing in more detail, how the development and
exploitation of technology has led to the victimization of youth and what are
examples that can be identified regarding this topic.
YOUTH VICTIMISATION AS A RESULT OF INTERNET
EXPLOITATION
Children are frequently the victims of internet crimes because they are often trusting,
innocent, curious, adventurous, and eager for attention and affection, making them
ideal targets for illicit activity.
The fact that children have not been considered as reliable witnesses by the courts
is the most appealing reason to predators, so the threat to children is even greater
because predators can remain anonymous on the internet. For example, the
perpetrator might utilize information to develop an online friendship with a minor
victim typically, this results in the exchange of presents and photos.
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