{"id":6505,"date":"2023-10-12T14:15:18","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T06:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/business.playground.my-alfred-dev.com\/blog\/?p=6505"},"modified":"2024-01-08T10:19:27","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T02:19:27","slug":"how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Burglary Affect the Victim?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Burglary has a severe impact on the lives of its victims. The trauma caused by experiencing a break-in can be intense, and it isn\u2019t always easy to get over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll explain how burglary affects the victim and provide helpful tips on how to move on after a burglary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_26 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><label for=\"item\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/#What_are_the_Effects_of_Burglary_on_Victims\" title=\"What are the Effects of Burglary on Victims?\">What are the Effects of Burglary on Victims?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/#Is_Being_Robbed_a_Trauma\" title=\"Is Being Robbed a Trauma?\">Is Being Robbed a Trauma?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Get_Over_a_Burglary\" title=\"How Long Does It Take to Get Over a Burglary?\">How Long Does It Take to Get Over a Burglary?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/#How_Do_You_Feel_Safe_Again_After_a_Burglary\" title=\"How Do You Feel Safe Again After a Burglary?\">How Do You Feel Safe Again After a Burglary?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_Effects_of_Burglary_on_Victims\"><\/span><strong>What are the Effects of Burglary on Victims?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being burgled is a traumatizing experience. Knowing someone has been inside your home, gone through your possessions, and stolen things you value leaves a feeling of violation and insecurity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common effects of robbery on victims includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.&nbsp;Anxiety about being burgled again<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1195f9a1afa579b88a8c8ae90f5460b0\">If a criminal breaks into a property once, there\u2019s the possibility of it happening again. This is particularly the case if <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/home-security-guide\/\">home security measures<\/a> are not increased after the initial break-in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/break-in-footage-captured-by-alfredcamera.png\" alt=\"break-in footage captured by AlfredCamera\" class=\"wp-image-5111\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/break-in-footage-captured-by-alfredcamera.png 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/break-in-footage-captured-by-alfredcamera-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/break-in-footage-captured-by-alfredcamera-768x577.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Break-in footage captured by AlfredCamera.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-f7795d25c7e0d6e97a015a08005b2611\">Many people experience anxiety and worry about being burgled again. <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/burglary-statistics\/\">Statistics<\/a> show that these fears are, sadly, justified.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After a house is burgled, <strong>a quarter of homes are broken into again just one week later<\/strong>. Within a month, the number of homes burgled again more than doubles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Fear of living in the house<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s common to feel afraid of living in your own home after a burglary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-ff3a4c37c79073d830e7d54a0e55b8cd\">Some people choose to move away from their property temporarily, but since <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/failed-break-in-will-burglars-come-back-to-the-same-house\/\"><strong>repeat burglaries are common<\/strong><\/a>, leaving a property totally vacant increases the likelihood of it being burgled again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-f49f79dbf549eb669c16e6c38ce9a7cc\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\">If you\u2019re struggling after experiencing a burglary, you are far from alone. Help is available.<br><br>Find help now with the <a href=\"https:\/\/ovc.ojp.gov\/directory-crime-victim-services\/search\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Directory of Crime Victim Services<\/a>. If you have mental health concerns, always speak to a licensed mental health practitioner or your doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Disturbed sleep and\/or insomnia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-4da7ee248e8b125355cb024a7df3b9f7\">A frequently reported psychological impact of burglary is disturbed sleep. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptsduk.org\/what-is-ptsd\/causes-of-ptsd\/ptsd-following-a-burglary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Research<\/a> shows that <strong>insomnia and vivid nightmares are common<\/strong> after a burglary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is more likely if the homeowners were home during the break-in \u2013 which is the case for 30% of burglaries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For some victims, this makes them very light sleepers \u2013 a factor that contributes to their anxiety overall. Lack of sleep is detrimental to mental and physical health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;An urge to move house to start afresh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moving house after a break-in might feel like the best solution, though it\u2019s far from an easy decision to make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In reality, <strong>crime happens in every neighborhood<\/strong>, so moving isn\u2019t necessarily a guarantee of security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But living in a neighborhood with excessive crime is far from desirable, so those in the position to consider moving might want to give it some thought.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. A desire to increase home security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-95cc8638209c86fcc7087f40d3574260\">The best way to respond to a burglary is<strong> to increase home security<\/strong>. Acting fast helps <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-prevent-home-invasion\/\">prevent burglaries<\/a> as best as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-013df8f2db8534b3640f167a23f1936c\">Installing <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/security-cameras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">home security cameras<\/a> is renowned as the best way to prevent further break-ins. <strong>60% of burglars reported that they\u2019d walk away from a property<\/strong> if they spotted a home security camera.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-link-color wp-elements-7056b6661863b32b1d3d7da9a35d4629\" style=\"background-color:#faeee3\"><strong>Use AlfredCamera as an instant home security camera<\/strong><br><br>Because <strong>repeat burglaries<\/strong> are surprisingly common,<strong> it\u2019s important to act fast to improve home security after a break-in.<\/strong><br><br>Arrange emergency repairs immediately to protect the property. Installing security cameras will ease the concerns of victims as much as possible.<br><br><strong>AlfredCamera is a free app that transforms old phones, tablets, and even webcams into fully-fledged home security cameras<\/strong>. Instead of deliberating on what security camera to buy, set up AlfredCamera in just minutes on a phone, and you\u2019ve got an <strong>instant DIY security camera<\/strong> on your hands.<br><br>With the <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/security-cameras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AlfredCam hardware line<\/a>, you can gradually flesh out your home security system over time, adding as many AlfredCamera compatible devices as you need.&nbsp;<br><br>But <strong>if you\u2019ve just experienced a burglary, set surveillance up as fast as possible<\/strong>. Start now by <a href=\"https:\/\/alfredcamera.app\/store\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">downloading AlfredCamera for free<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg\" alt=\"Alfredcamera_home\" class=\"wp-image-1512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home.jpg 800w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Alfredcamera_home-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Being_Robbed_a_Trauma\"><\/span><strong>Is Being Robbed a Trauma?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being burgled or robbed is considered a traumatic event, regardless of whether it happens in the home or on the street. <strong>It\u2019s common for victims of robbery to experience PTSD<\/strong> (post-traumatic stress disorder) after being robbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people experience <strong>anxiety, depression, insomnia<\/strong>, and <strong>paranoia<\/strong>. Many people also feel confused, angry, and scared after being robbed. Such issues can have a long-term or short-term impact on a person\u2019s professional, personal, and family life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Get_Over_a_Burglary\"><\/span><strong>How Long Does It Take to Get Over a Burglary?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-43e99509390928a53c8463cd107de5d0\"><strong>There\u2019s no fixed window for how long it takes to get over a burglary<\/strong>, and it\u2019s important to show yourself kindness and patience as you process the event. Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptsduk.org\/what-is-ptsd\/causes-of-ptsd\/ptsd-following-a-burglary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">research<\/a> suggests <strong>it takes at least eight months to get over a burglary, <\/strong>but responses to trauma differ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Feel_Safe_Again_After_a_Burglary\"><\/span><strong>How Do You Feel Safe Again After a Burglary?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While processing trauma after a burglary will take as much time as it needs, <strong>installing home security cameras<\/strong><strong> is a way to alleviate the sense of exposure and vulnerability fast<\/strong>. It\u2019s also a logical way to prevent a second break-in and reintroduce a sense of safety and empowerment to your life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-e303ea5d03204a4fc9697c8cff0bd9fa\">Recommended reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/home-security-camera-placement\/\">Home Security Camera Placement: Where Should You Install Yours?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But this isn\u2019t the only way to start feeling safe again after a burglary. Here\u2019s some ways to feel safe again after a burglary.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Change the locks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Few burglars steal house keys, but it\u2019s hard to know whether they\u2019ve taken a copy of the keys without your knowledge. Knowing a criminal may have access to your property is a troubling thought.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ease the anxiety every time a key is heard in the lock by immediately changing the locks on the front, side, and back doors. Even if keys weren\u2019t stolen, this offers peace of mind to victims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-48c3adadc3aa15585cbe59485c1b3acc\">Recommended reading: <a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/sliding-door-locks\/\">Securing Your Home With These 7 Sliding Door Locks<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.&nbsp;Repair any damage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smashed windows, broken doors, or damaged locks make the property insecure, and put you at risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Home interiors might also be trashed during a burglary. Living with the damage can make a house feel cold and unsafe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning up and repairing all the damage caused makes the home safer and more pleasant to be in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Replace valued possessions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The five most common items stolen in burglaries are cash, jewelry, office equipment, clothing, and electronics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sentimental items are rarely stolen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Replacing the stolen possessions through home insurance makes a house feel like a home again. It also helps occupants move on from the burglary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.&nbsp;Overhaul home security<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several measures can be put in place to make a home more secure, but <strong>the most effective burglar deterrent is a visible camera on the property.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ways to increase home security include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install home security cameras<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fit preventative signage (like \u2018CCTV in Operation\u2019 or \u2018Guard Dog on Patrol\u2019)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/back-door-security\/\">Add extra security to back doors<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add additional locks to garages, sheds, interior garage doors with access to the property, basement wells, side gates, and doors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-make-a-garage-door-more-secure\/\">Secure the garage<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lock ground-floor windows when not in use<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/floodlight-camera\/\">Install floodlights<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fit timers to lamps and leave radios on when the home is vacant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move valuables away from windows and doors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lock cat flaps when not in use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-1ff3d28d847eddd492a6491dededa5ed\">Many people worry about being burgled. In fact, it\u2019s the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/339735\/crime-worries-in-the-united-states\/\">most feared crime<\/a> in the US.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of home security, it\u2019s better to over prepare than to have none at all. Opportunists&nbsp; won\u2019t target a property if they spot security measures, like a camera or alarm, in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though many burglars return to a property shortly after breaking in, additional home security measures can make them walk away \u2013 keeping you and your family safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-link-color wp-elements-7cb452e55f347916c62279a596b252c9\">Recommended reading:&nbsp;<br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/burglary-vs-robbery\/\">Burglary vs Robbery: What&#8217;s the Difference?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/should-i-move-after-a-burglary\/\">Should I Move After a Burglary?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/when-do-most-breakins-happen\/\">When Do Most Burglaries Occur?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-do-burglars-get-in\/\">What are the Most Common Entry Points For Burglars?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-does-burglary-affect-the-victim\/\">How Does Burglary Affect the Victim?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-stop-worrying-about-being-robbed-or-burgled\/\">How to Stop Worrying About Being Robbed or Burgled in 8 Steps<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/how-to-protect-house-from-burglars-during-renovation\/\">Renovation Burglaries: 8 Ways To Prevent Burglars During Renovation<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/alfred.camera\/blog\/is-it-safe-to-leave-lights-on-for-a-week\/\">Deterring Burglars: Is It Safe To Leave Lights On For A Week?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Burglary has a severe impact on the lives of its victims. The trauma caused by experiencing a break-in can be intense, and it isn\u2019t always easy to get over. In this article, we\u2019ll explain how burglary affects the victim and provide helpful tips on how to move on after a burglary. 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