@article{ref1,
title="Specifying kidnapping for ransom epidemics at the global level: a matched-case control design",
journal="Studies in conflict and terrorism",
year="2017",
author="Pires, Stephen F. and Guerette, Rob T. and Shariati, Auzeen",
volume="40",
number="2",
pages="139-156",
abstract="Criminal groups around the world frequently rely on kidnapping for ransom (K&R) to fund and further their cause. Some case studies suggest war torn, fragile, and corrupt countries experience K&R epidemics more often. While such factors may be present in some countries experiencing K&R epidemics, it remains to be seen if these failed state factors are generalizable to all nations. To date, no research has systematically examined the conditions that might facilitate K&R epidemics. This study used a case-control design comparing countries with high rates of K&R (experimental) to countries without a K&R problem (control). <br><br>FINDINGS suggest that problem K&R countries were less secure, less peaceful, and unevenly developed in relation to social and economic indicators. Better understanding of the conditions involving K&R problems offers to improve foresight and the development of effective policy responses.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1057-610X",
doi="10.1080/1057610X.2016.1168656",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/1057610X.2016.1168656"
}