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Summarize the post .

For each discussion activity, you are responsible for posting a reply to at least one postings made by your classmates.

After you have made your original post, read some of the posts from your classmates and construct two reply post of 100-150 words that responds to two of your group-mate’s original posts. Your reply post should be written such that it does one or more of: identifies something that you find especially interesting or insightful about your classmate’s original post; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from your classmate’s original post; raises a real-life experience or observation that you feel would be relevant to illustrate or help further develop an idea or point in your classmate’s original post.

Please note that you will need to make an original post before you can read and respond to your peers’ posts.

Some points to keep in mind:

• Be clear and to the point in your postings.
• Edit your work. Your posts should be coherent and use proper grammar and spelling.
• Keep postings to 100-150 words. Quality is better than quantity.
• Contribute your own thoughts about the material you have read.
• Support your thoughts by referencing the readings used, and references used in post below or other outside literature.
• Raise additional questions or points of discussion to stimulate further discussion.
• If you have questions, show that you have already tried to find a solution.
• Respect the viewpoints of your peers. Ask for clarification if you don’t understand a point. Assume good intentions.
• Use the proper terminology introduced in the course readings.
• When using literature in your postings, make sure to provide references in proper APA 7 Style.
• Show respect and sensitivity to peers’ gender, cultural and linguistic background, political, and religious beliefs.
• You are strongly encouraged to take the time to review the following documents on writing quality discussion posting and on taking roles in discussions.Taking a role in online discussion.Taking a Role in Online Discussions Below are some roles that anyone in an online discussion can fulfill in order to help move an online discussion forward in productive ways. See if you can determine what role is required in your online discussion and then write a message that takes on that role. Devil’s Advocate • Takes opposing points of view to those currently under discussion Pollinator • Travels to other groups, reads their postings and summarizes points made in other groups not made in home group. Facilitator • Comments on the groups process (e.g. “Perhaps we should all remember to put a subject line in our messages.”) • Encourages others to participate, • Starts a thread or an idea on the topic, if the discussion lags. Summarizer / Discussion Weaver • Summarizes the discussion for the group at specific intervals in 1 or 2 short paragraphs. Usually summarizes twice per week or if the discussion lags • Reminds others about what has already been discussed. • Asks the group what issues have been concluded and what ones are still to be discussed. • Relates ideas in posted messages to one another. Researcher • Assumes responsibility for looking at what is available on the net, journals etc. and brings ideas back to the group. Responder Replies to others and builds on the ideas of others. This is a role that everyone in the group must perform for every discussion.

POST-1 (Nirjala Sigdel)

“Following decades of increasing crime during the 1960s, ‘70s and ’80s, U.S. homicide rates declined by almost 40% throughout the 1990s, and have remained low since” (Testa & Santos, 2019). Our world has changed significantly since then, especially with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some changes that have impacted the trend include: Mental health issues, policing strategies due to technological advancements, and developmental programs to reduce youth homicides.

The social pandemic had a negative impact on many individuals’ mental health, as they were unable to socialize or interact with loved ones. As a result, their mental health deteriorated due to tragic events which led to anxiety and depression. “Financial hardship, job loss, or desperation were all factors that increased the likelihood of criminal behavior” (World Health Organization, 2022). . According to the World Health Organization, during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, the global prevalence of depression and anxiety increased by 25%. (World Health Organization, 2022).

Furthermore, Technological advancements in the criminal justice system, such as surveillance systems, face recognition systems and DNA analysis, have improved crime prevention and detection (JWU, 2023). To help identify the suspect, police departments are now using video surveillance systems and facial recognition technology (JWU, 2023). In addition, during the COVID-19 pandemic, numerous courts employed technology to hold online hearings when it was unsafe to do so in person. Even when things have returned to normal, some courts continue to use virtual sessions to better accommodate schedules (JWU, 2023). Furthermore, many court systems now rely on electronic filing systems and digital document management, making it much easier for documents to be shared and retrieved. These advancements in the criminal justice system have made the jobs of police officers and other members of law enforcement safer and more productive (JWU, 2023).

Finally, investments in education and youth development have been demonstrated to lower crime, particularly homicide, making it the third leading cause of death for people aged 15 to 29 (World Health Organization, 2023). Between 2000–2019, rates of youth homicide decreased in most countries. “To prevent youth crimes, it is critical to reduce income inequality, expand economic mobility, enhance access to education, social security, and job opportunities” (World Health Organization, 2023) . The World Health Organization and its partners are working to reduce youth violence by raising awareness of the issue, strengthening school based violence prevention programs, advocating for the integration of evidence based prevention strategies to prevent youth violence and collaborating with agencies organizations to prevent youth violence globally (World Health Organization, 2023).

To conclude, the prevalence of mental health disorders has been linked to homicide rates, and technology advancements have assisted law enforcement in their search for suspects. Additionally, research has shown that investments in youth development and education can reduce the risk of homicide among youths.

References:

JWU. (2023, August 25). Exploring the Impact of Criminal Justice Technology | JWU CPS. JWU College of Professional Studies. https://online.jwu.edu/blog/empowering-justice-exploring-impact-of-criminal-justice-technology-modern-era/

Testa, A., & Santos, M. R. (2019, November 4). Homicide is declining around the world – but why? The Conversation. https://theconversation.com/homicide-is-declining-around-the-world-but-why-125365

World Health Organization. (2022, March 2). COVID-19 Pandemic Triggers 25% Increase in Prevalence of Anxiety and Depression Worldwide. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/news/item/02-03-2022-covid-19-pandemic-triggers-25-increase-in-prevalence-of-anxiety-and-depression-worldwide

World Health Organization. (2023, October 11). Youth violence. Who.int; World Health Organization: WHO. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/youth-violence

Post-2(Vihanya Jayatilake)

In the article by The Conversation (2019), the decline in homicide rates from 1990 to 2015 in countries like the United States and Canada was attributed to several key factors, including improved policing, social safety nets, economic growth, and reduced alcohol consumption. However, our world has changed dramatically since then, particularly with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. These changes raise questions about how homicide trends may have been influenced in more recent years.

One major factor that could impact homicide rates is the pandemic’s effect on mental health and economic stability. The pandemic brought about isolation, job losses, and heightened stress, all of which are risk factors for violence. Additionally, the lockdowns and social distancing measures may have reduced opportunities for public violence but increased the potential for domestic violence, which could influence homicide rates. While official data is still being gathered, early reports suggest that while public homicides may have decreased, intimate partner homicides saw an increase during lockdowns. This shift highlights the complex relationship between societal disruptions and violence trends.

Another key factor is the evolving role of technology in both preventing and facilitating crime. Advances in surveillance technology, improved law enforcement coordination through data sharing, and predictive policing could contribute to declining homicide rates. However, the rise of cybercrime and the use of the internet to facilitate violence, such as the planning of violent acts online, could complicate these trends.

Lastly, global political shifts and increasing societal polarization may have a role to play. Increased political instability or unrest could lead to localized spikes in violence, while overall social cohesion and trust may decline, factors known to influence crime rates.

In Canada specifically, the changing dynamics around substance use and mental health services are also key to consider. The opioid crisis, exacerbated during the pandemic, might contribute to homicides linked to drug-related activity. At the same time, expanded mental health services and support networks may help mitigate the long-term impact of economic and psychological strain.

As we move forward, it will be important to monitor these evolving trends and explore how different societal factors interplay with homicide rates. How might emerging technologies in law enforcement impact future homicide trends? Could increased global collaboration and data sharing further drive these rates down, or will new challenges such as cybercrime present fresh obstacles?

References

The Conversation. (2019). Homicide is declining around the world – but why? Retrieved from https://theconversation.com/homicide-is-declining-around-the-world-but-why-125365

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Post -1 summary reply WRITE in 8-12 lines also add personal opinion it should be personal opnion about other post and also add creative attrcative question.Donot use AI AND CHATGPT AS MAM HAS SOFTWARE TO DETECT EACH AND EVERY LINE . She has software to detect each and every single word.

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LABEL POST -2 AS(Vihanya Jayatilake)

• Post -2 summary reply WRITE in 8-12 lines also add personal opnion it should be personal opinion about other post and also add creative atttrcative question.Donot use AI AND CHATGPT AS MAM HAS SOFTWARE TO DETECT EACH AND EVERY LINE . She has software to detect each and every single word.
• Grading criteria is
  Criteria A+ Discussion Post
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  All response posts engaged classmates in further dialogue on the topic.
  Length guidelines met; writing clear and compelling; poses an engaging and relevant question and/or builds on the ideas from a classmate’s original post OR raises a real-life experience or observation relevant to illustrating or further developing an idea or point in a classmate’s original post.
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