Citation

Centelles V, Powers RA, Moule RK. Vict. Offender 2022; 17(5): 693-711.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2022, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/15564886.2022.2036657

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

The increased connectivity on mobile platforms - including dating applications - is associated with increased risks of victimization both online and in-person. The current study explores the role of dating applications in shaping the risk(s) of victimization. Using a sample of college students (N = 324), we examine the relationship between low self-control and victimization (online and in-person), and the mediating effect of risky behavior, finding that low self-control is associated with in-person victimization, although partially mediated by risky behavior. Low self-control was not a significant predictor for cybervictimization. We also discern gendered effects in both engagement of risky behaviors and experiences of victimization.

Language: en

Keywords

college students; Dating applications; low self-control; risky behaviors