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Violence in the Institution

Department of Criminology, University of Muenster, Westfalia, Bispinghof 24-25,D-48143 Muenster, Westfalia, Federal Republic of Germany

Causes of violence in the institution usually have been attributed solely to violence-oriented behaviour of individuals within the institution. The article draws attention to other causes such as sociological, institutional, and victim-oriented causes, all of which contribute to violent behaviour within the institution. In this respect, the isolation of the institution from society is a relevant factor Violence caused by the organizational structure of the institution (institutional violence) is another: Unequal distribution of power, together with a high visibility of power structures, will encourage abuse of power The delinquent, too, may be violence-oriented. Lastly, the theory of "learned helplessness" provides a victim-oriented explanation of violent behaviour In this context, emphasis is laid on violence in correctional institutions, violence against the elderly, and violence in school The article gives recommendations for the prevention and treatment of violence in institutions.

International Journal of Offender Therapy and Comparative Criminology, Vol. 40, No. 1, 5-18 (1996)
DOI: 10.1177/0306624X96401002


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