Abstract The ability to predict the likelihood of violent behavior is an important task that is not constrained by cultures, borders, or geographic regions. This qualitative study analyzed 15 semi-structured interviews with forensic professionals to understand violence risk assessment (VRA) processes and procedures in Argentina, Colombia, and Mexico. Participants reported a range of procedures for assessing violence risk, including the use of structured VRA tools. Most evaluators considered common risk factors, but several culturally relevant risk and protective factors emerged from the interviews. Perceived strengths and limitations of VRA measures were explored. Findings may inform risk assessments with culturally diverse adults.

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拉丁美洲专业人员如何进行暴力风险评估？定性探索性研究

摘要预测暴力行为可能性的能力是一项重要任务，不受文化，边界或地理区域的限制。这项定性研究分析了与法医专业人员进行的15次半结构式访谈，以了解阿根廷，哥伦比亚和墨西哥的暴力风险评估（VRA）流程和程序。与会者报告了评估暴力风险的一系列程序，包括使用结构化VRA工具。大多数评估人员都考虑了常见的风险因素，但访谈中发现了一些与文化相关的风险和保护因素。探索了VRA措施的感知优势和局限性。研究结果可能会为文化程度不同的成年人提供风险评估信息。