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Lipman, Aaron; And Others – 1985
The purpose of this document is to perform a comprehensive examination of the controversies and contradictions surrounding the issue of crime and the elderly, based on analysis of National Crime Survey data for 1973-1980. Chapter 1 introduces the study of crime and the elderly, describing the controversy that exists regarding the elderly and their…
Descriptors: Aging (Individuals), Community Programs, Crime, Crime Prevention
Monsey, Barbara R.; And Others – 1995
This report details unique characteristics of rural violence and outlines 88 strategies to prevent violent behavior, improve services for victims, and reduce recidivism. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, rape, assault, and robbery rates tripled in rural communities from 1965 to 1992. Rural violence differs from urban violence in several…
Descriptors: Alcohol Abuse, Change Strategies, Child Abuse, Community Action