Analyzing Cyber Violence in China from the Perspective of Routine Activity Theory

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10.2991/978-2-38476-271-2_45How to use a DOI?

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Routine Activity Theory; Cyber Violence; Motivated Offender; Suitable Targets; Absence of Regulation

Abstract

This article aims to analyze the phenomenon of cyber violence in China using Routine Activity Theory (RAT). The article first introduces the connotation of RAT and its strengths and weaknesses. RAT posits that three elements are necessary for a crime to occur: a motivated offender, a suitable target, and a lack of guardianship. This theory highlights the role of victims in crime and provides a new perspective for crime prevention, but it falls short in explaining the motives of crime. Regarding the motivations for cyber violence, some netizens, due to lower levels of education and income, poor self-control, and the weakening of moral constraints due to online anonymity, are prone to become bullies. In terms of suitable targets, frequent internet use, excessive exposure of personal information, high social engagement, and the concept of “tolerance” in traditional culture all increase the risk of victimization. Regarding guardianship, lapses in network platform management, inadequate operability of laws and regulations, and difficulties in law enforcement and rights protection lead to a lack of effective supervision in cyberspace.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Ran Xu
PY  - 2024
DA  - 2024/07/29
TI  - Analyzing Cyber Violence in China from the Perspective of Routine Activity Theory
BT  - Proceedings of the 2024 5th International Conference on Mental Health, Education and Human Development (MHEHD 2024)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 369
EP  - 376
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-271-2_45
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-271-2_45
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