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Why people radicalize : how unfairness judgments are used to fuel radical beliefs, extremist behaviors, and terrorism / Kees van den Bos.

Author/creator Bos, Kees P. van den author.
Format Book and Print
Publication Info New York, NY : Oxford University Press, [2018]
Descriptionix, 378 pages ; 25 cm.
Subject(s)
Series Perspectives on justice and morality
Perspectives on justice and morality. ^A1355845
Incomplete content Part one. Introducing radicalization -- A framework for understanding radicalization -- Instances of radicalization, extremism, and terrorism -- A review of radicalization theories -- Part two. Key antecedents of radicalization -- Perceiving unfairness -- Uncertainty and other threats -- Self-interest and insufficient corrections -- Part three. Core components of radicalization -- Rigidity of thoughts -- Hot-cognitive defense of worldviews -- Violent rejection of law and democratic principles -- Part four. Conclusions and reflections -- Conclusions and limitations: what do we learn? -- Practical implications: what can we do? -- Discussion: what is next?
Abstract 'Why People Radicalize' provides an in-depth analysis of how perceptions of unfairness can lead individuals and groups to develop radical convictions and sympathy for extremism and terrorism. Accessible for scientists, professionals, and practitioners, the text explains how uncertainty and insufficient self-corrections influence this process.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and indexes.
LCCN 2018009454
ISBN9780190657345 hardcover alkaline paper
ISBN0190657340 hardcover alkaline paper

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Joyner General Stacks HN49 .R33 B67 2018 ✔ Available Place Hold