The drivers of perceptions of anti-social behaviour

Mackenzie, S. , Bannister, J., Flint, J., Parr, S., Millie, A. and Fleetwood, J. (2010) The drivers of perceptions of anti-social behaviour. Home Office Research Report(34),

Abstract

Perceptions of Anti-Social Behaviour are driven by processes of interpretation. There is often a mismatch between an objective measure of anti-social behaviour, and perceptions. Based on analysis of available research studies, sourced using a rapid evidence assessment methodology, this report outlines two processes of interpretation that seem to be fundamental in supporting heightened perceptions of Anti-Social Behaviour. First, people use certain ‘shorthand’ ways to judge the level of disorder in an area. Second, perceptions of Anti-Social Behaviour are linked to deeper seated anxieties about the state of society in general, and qualities of neighbourhoods in particular. Interventions that hold the potential to deliver long-lasting reductions in Perceptions of Anti-Social Behaviour are proposed to be rooted in processes of engagement targeted at building empathy and mutual respect.

• Item Type: Articles
• Status: Published
• Refereed: Yes
• Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: Millie, Dr Andrew and Bannister, Mr Jonathan and Mackenzie, Professor Simon
• Authors: Mackenzie, S., Bannister, J., Flint, J., Parr, S., Millie, A., and Fleetwood, J.
• Subjects: H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
• College/School: College of Social Sciences > School of Social and Political Sciences > Urban Studies
• Journal Name: Home Office Research Report
• ISSN: 1756-3666