Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1) In general, recurring victimization happens quite slowly.
2) Engaging in delinquent and/or dangerous behavior increases one’s risk of recurring victimization.
3) The “boost” explanation of recurring victimization suggests that the reaction of the victim and offender during and after the victimization will influence subsequent victimizations.
4) A victim of recurring victimizations can develop poor health habits due to the victimizations.


1. False
2. True
3. True
4. True

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