The psychology of terrorism / Neil Shortland.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Shortland, Neil D.

Series:

Psychology of everything.

Psychology of everything

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Terrorists--Psychology.

Terrorists.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (127 pages).

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2021.

Summary:

What is terrorism? Can anyone be radicalized? How can we respond to terrorist acts? The Psychology of Terrorism seeks to explain why some acts of violence are considered terrorism and others are not, and why some individuals may be more susceptible to engaging in radical terrorist behavior. Debunking myths and lazy stereotypes, the book delves into some of the most shocking atrocities of our times to discuss the complex and varied psychological characteristics of individual terrorists, organized groups, and their acts. Whilw there is no simple solution, The Psychology of Terrorism shows us that a growing reverse radicalization movement and modern interventionist techniques can give us hope for the future.

Contents:

Cover

Half Title

Series

Title

Copyright

Contents

Acknowledgments

1 What is terrorism?

2 Who is a terrorist?

3 Why do people become terrorists?

4 Can people stop being terrorists?

5 Can we stop terrorism?

6 Conclusion: reductionism in art, science, and the study of the terrorist

Further reading

Notes

Bibliography.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-000-19677-1

0-429-33074-X

1-000-19673-9

9780429330742

OCLC:

1183723560