Interpreting the Intentions of Internet Predators: An Examination of Online Predatory Behavior
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- Cathy Marcum, Associate Professor and Curriculum Coordinator (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
Abstract: Internet predators are finding new ways to prey on the
vulnerabilities of youth in chat rooms and lure them into sexual activities.
This study will examine three chat room transcripts between adult
predators and adult volunteers of the group “Perverted Justice” posing as
youth. These conversations will be analyzed to interpret the underlying
meanings behind the words and actions of the predators and how they affect
potential victims. The purpose of this article is to provide insight to
the reader of the increased amount of child sexual abuse on the Internet,
the often-blatant tactics used by online predators to pursue this abuse,
and how they are continuing to successfully manipulate children with
them.
Interpreting the Intentions of Internet Predators: An Examination of Online Predatory Behavior
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Marcum, C.D. (2007). Interpreting the intentions of Internet predators: An analysis of online chat room transcripts. Journal of Child Sexual Abuse, 16(4), 99-114. Published by Taylor & Francis (ISSN: 1053-8712). doi:10.1300/J070v16n04_06
- Language: English
- Date: 2007