ABSTRACT
Positive victimology is a new term developed from the principals of positive criminology. Positive criminology has altered risk factors for criminal behavior as a positive potential for growth and returning back in to ‘the norm.’ The new interpretation to this idea as presented in positive victimology focuses on identical strengths found with the victim and his/her surroundings, and its ability to minimize the impact of the damage. Simultaneously, positive victimology highlights the importance of empowering self and social growth despite the hurt and traumatic experience. The following chapters will discusses the theoretical and practical development of positive victimology. A review of constructing worlds such as positive criminology and positive psychology is examined in their importance and contribution to the field. However, since this domain is an enhancement or improvement of already existent terminology there is a need to investigate the true theoretical and practical need for a new field while weighing the advantages and shortcomings of producing new territory.
