Identity theft reports of adolescents. An exploration of the experiences of school counselors
| Pages | 965-973 |
| Date | 03 October 2016 |
| Published date | 03 October 2016 |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1108/JFC-07-2015-0038 |
| Author | Catherine D. Marcum,George E. Higgins,Alexandria Mackinnon |
| Subject Matter | Accounting & Finance,Financial risk/company failure,Financial crime |
Identity theft reports
of adolescents
An exploration of the experiences
of school counselors
Catherine D. Marcum
Department of Government and Justice Studies,
Appalachian State University, Boone,
North Carolina, USA
George E. Higgins
Department of Justice Administration, University of Louisville, Louisville,
Kentucky, USA, and
Alexandria Mackinnon
Department of Government and Justice Studies,
Appalachian State University, Boone,
North Carolina, USA
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper was to explore the identity theft victimization experiences of high
school students, as well as the predictors of it being reported to school counselors.
Design/methodology/approach – In July and August 2014, an online survey was sent to every
registered member of the American School Counselor’s Association (ASCA). School counselors were
questioned about their experiences in regarding online victimization of their students.
Findings – Results of this analysis revealed extremely interesting predictors of school counselor
demographics related to the number of reports led by students.
Research limitations/implications – There was a small response rate because the survey was sent
to all registered members of the ASCA, instead of a specic targeted group (which would have been
more appropriate).
Practical implications – The results indicate a need for further resources and training dedicated to
school counselors to manage identity theft victimization of students.
Originality/value – As far as the authors are aware, no other study of this kind has previously been
performed. In addition, there is little known about identity theft victimization of adolescents.
Keywords Identity theft, Victimization
Paper type Research paper
Introduction: Explaining identity theft
Each year, an estimated two million people are victims of identity theft (Federal Trade
Commission, 2013). Technology, especially the internet, has propelled identity theft into
the minds of individuals across the USA. Identity theft has been referred to as “the
fastest growing crime in America” and the “crime of the new millennium” (Hoar, 2001).
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DOI 10.1108/JFC-07-2015-0038
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