Problem: Give a self journal reflection of this text Victim Participation Theory and Serial Offending This unit continues to explore the numerous theories that attempt to explain the behavior behind serial killing as well as socialization factors attributed to serial offending. Real life examples of serial killers will be used to provide you with a better understanding of how social factors shape behaviors. Discuss the tenants of Victim Precipitation Theory and how it relates to criminal behavior. Examine how spatial relations and victimization are intertwined. Explain spatial theories and how they explain criminal behavior. Victim Participation Theory and Serial Offending This unit's reading will explore modern theories of victimization that are basically revised versions of earlier perspectives. As with the older theories, they address victimization through associations, behaviors, culture, spatial relationships, victim lifestyle, and situations. Read the following chapters from Understanding Violence and Victimization: Chapter 2: "Victimization Theory" pp. 35-42. Need Assignment Help?