El efecto de la victimización por crimen sobre la satisfacción con la vida de los latinoamericanos.

Abstract

In the current context, insecurity and violence have become major problems in Latin American countries. According to existing literature, high levels of victimization are considered to significantly reduce life satisfaction. However, research on the impact of victimization on life satisfaction is scarce. In view of the above, the main objective of this study is to determine how crime victimization in Latin America affects individuals’ life satisfaction, using a multilevel logit model with data collected by Latinobarómetro. To assess victimization in Latin America, a crime victimization index was constructed. The findings of this study contribute to a better understanding of the adverse effects of violence on the well-being of people in Latin America.