In what ways are victimology and criminology similar, and in what ways do they differ?
QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION AND DEBATE
1. Why should victimologists strive for objectivity rather than automatically adopt a pro-victim bias?
2. Give several examples of the kinds of research questions that victimologists find interesting and the kinds of studies they carry out.
3. In what ways are victimology and criminology similar, and in what ways do they differ?
4. Should bystanders be required to notify the police about serious crimes that they directly witness?