Definition 1 of 591
From a network perspective, a cluster is a collection of nodes that are strongly connected to
each other. These clusters can reflect he existence of communities.
Sinister Howlers
Clustering and community detection algorithms
Hunters (AKA Biters)
Classification of Violence Risk (COVR)
Term 2 of 591
domestic violence
A pattern of behavior in which one intimate partner uses physical violence, coercion,
threats, intimidation, isolation, and emotional, sexual, or economic abuse to control the
other partner in a relationship.
Requires the defendant, as a result of serious mental illness, was not capable of knowing
the nature and quality of the actions taken or that those actions were legally or morally
wrong.
Threat management interventions that are dynamic and involve real-time observation of a
subject's behavior and/or movements through means such as surveillance or wiretapping.
Mental disorders that include a variety of symptoms related to a disruption in the ability to
communicate or think clearly. Two key concerns are Delusion and Hallucination.
,Term 3 of 591
What is another important quality of a good interviewer?
It may overlook common sense risk factors.
Actions or patterns of behavior that raise suspicion or indicate potential risk.
P-PRECIPITATING events that may trigger escalations in concerning behavior
Ability to show empathy and see things from the interviewee's perspective
Definition 4 of 591
Requires the assessor to make separate risk judgments about the likelihood of a stalking episode
continuing and causing harm; the risk of physical violence and the risk that the person who has
stalked will do it again.
Stalking Risk Profile (SRP)
Instinctive Evaluation
domestic violence
What is clinical judgement?
Term 5 of 591
Neutral, fact-finding attitude
To prevent confirmation bias and improve reliability.
A legal framework for understanding principles in many states.
Carry the greatest risk of some sort of enactment.
Objective approach to assess case information.
,Definition 6 of 591
The Subject's decision to end his or her life can lead to an act of targeted violence as a means of
attaining fame or martyrdom in addition to their suicide attempt. (Meloy 2011)
Last Resort
Collateral Source Interview
Who should be involved in Threat Assessment?
Why is the general rate of physical violence low towards celebrities?
Term 7 of 591
What is direct communication of intentions?
Observable behaviors that precede targeted attacks.
A program that actively reaches out to address concerns.
Verbally expressing one's intentions or plans.
Ability to display sincere interest in the other person
Term 8 of 591
What are the potential consequences of ill informed and reactive responses to incidents?
Influence on harassing, threatening, stalking, and behavior.
Fear, disruption, and anger among the workforce.
It provides expertise and analysis for better decision-making.
Unexplored threats to journalists.
, Term 9 of 591
Why is a lone assessor important?
A model consisting of Planning, Engaging, Accounting, Closure, and Evaluation.
A focus on improving the process over time.
An individual designated to evaluate threats independently.
To prevent confirmation bias and improve reliability.
Definition 10 of 591
This is an unambiguous statement of threat to either the target or law enforcement detailing
intention to commit an act of targeted violence (Meloy, 2011).
Directly Communicated Threat
Injustice collector
How can dynamic behaviors be useful?
predictive validity
Definition 11 of 591
-Campbell, et al, 1995
-Designed to assess the likelihood for spousal homicide, particularly femicide, and the original
items were chosen from retrospective studies on homicide or near fatal injury cases. Includes a
calendar to track frequency of violence a 20 item "Yes or no" list.
Approach Behavior
Threat Assessment
Danger Assessment
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