Identifying Psychological Pathways to Polyvictimization: Evidence from a Longitudinal Cohort Study of Twins from the United Kingdom.

Peter T TanksleyJ C BarnesBrian B BoutwellLouise ArseneaultAvshalom CaspiAndrea DaneseHelen L FisherTerrie E Moffitt

Published in: Journal of experimental criminology (2020)

The findings suggest polyvictimization is influenced by cognitive/psychological characteristics that individuals carry with them across contexts. Policies aimed at reducing victimization risks should consider interventions that address cognitive functioning and mental health.

Keyphrases

mental health
public health
physical activity
sleep quality
human health
mental illness
depressive symptoms
risk assessment
cross sectional