Circumstances provoking domestic violence: the problem of preventing revictimization and resocializing the perpetrator
Abstract:
This study analyzes the contributing factors to domestic violence and their link to the problem of preventing revictimization and resocializing perpetrators. Violence is examined as a multifactorial phenomenon fueled by stress, alcohol, and drug addiction, as these factors diminish an individual’s capacity for rational thought.
The paper also assesses the challenges created by deeply ingrained stereotypes and patriarchal approaches within society. It is notable, that the effective suppression of violence is seriously hampered by low citizen trust in law enforcement bodies and non-empathetic responses from police officers, which directly causes secondary victimization (revictimization) of survivors. Thus, revictimization prevention critically relies on the qualified and empathetic actions of law enforcement representatives.
Regarding perpetrator resocialization, while rehabilitation courses are legally mandated, the lack of a concrete action plan and the removal of the clause concerning rehabilitation for drug and alcohol dependence remain significant problems.
Keywords:
Crime, Crime Victim, Offender Rehabilitation, Drug Addiction, Stress, Alcoholism
