Risk to researchers: an exploration of issues experienced by social scientists conducting research on social deviance and criminal behavior

Risk to researchers: an exploration of issues experienced by social scientists conducting research on social deviance and criminal behavior. (2012). Risk to researchers: an exploration of issues experienced by social scientists conducting research on social deviance and criminal behavior.

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Title	Risk to researchers: an exploration of issues experienced by social scientists conducting research on social deviance and criminal behavior
Abstract	This dissertation outlines the need for greater understanding of the issue of risk to the researcher and methods employed for managing safety while conducting fieldwork. Researchers are sometimes put in dangerous situations while conducting research. The concept of risk to the researcher refers to the possible harm that may occur while in the field or after leaving the research project. This includes physical/health, emotional, legal, and personal/professional risks. The dissertation explores the topic of risk to the researcher, focusing on those engaged in research in the areas of social deviance or criminal behavior. An online survey was used to collect data on issues experienced with research, as well as precautionary steps taken to ensure safety and manage risk while in the field. The population surveyed consisted of social scientist including criminologists and sociologists. Findings include risks experienced by researchers of social deviance and criminal behavior. Results also present safety precautions identified to reduce or eliminate such risk.
Date	2012

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Title: Risk to researchers: an exploration of issues experienced by social scientists conducting research on social deviance and criminal behavior
Personal Name(s): Brougham, Patricia L.
Austin, Timothy
Corporate Name(s): Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Criminology.
Note: Publisher info.: Dissertation/Thesis.
Advisors: Austin, Timothy Committee members: Rosemary Gido; Shannon Phaneuf; Jennifer Roberts.
Topical Subject(s): Social research
Criminology