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Explaining Antigay Violence Using Target Congruence: An Application of Revised Routine Activities Theory
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Violence and Victims
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May 1, 2008
- Author:
- Waldner, Lisa K; Berg, Jillian
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This research examines predictors of antigay violence (physical assault, sexual assault, and property damage) using Finkelhor and Asdigian's (1996) revised routine activities theory, which predicts that target congruence increases victimization risk. Results indicate about half of the sample expe
rienced at least one type of victimization, while 25% experienced two or more types. Physical violence was the most common type of antigay victimization, with property damage and sexual assault occurring less often. Having a higher level of contact with gay/lesbian organizations and being out of the closet or open about sexual orientation increases the risk of both physical assault and property ...