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The Sociology and Psychology of Terrorism: Who Becomes a Terrorist and Why?

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    Writen by Rex A. Hudson,
  • PublisherUniversity Press of the Pacific
  • Year2005

This book explores the psychological and sociological factors that contribute to individuals becoming terrorists. It covers various theories and hypotheses related to terrorist behavior, including the frustration-aggression hypothesis, narcissistic rage hypothesis, and the psychological profile of terrorists. The work delves into the mental processes and motivations behind joining terrorist groups, including the dynamics of violence, ideological or religious perceptions, and the rationalization of violence. It also includes case studies and the sociopsychological profiles of terrorists from different groups such as ethnic separatists, social revolutionaries, and religious fundamentalists.

Book Title The Sociology and Psychology of Terrorism: Who Becomes a Terrorist and Why?
Author Rex A. Hudson,
ISBN 1410212777, 9781410212771 ISSN N/A
Edition Language
Book Format Paperback, 450 Pages
Date Published Year Published 2005
Publisher University Press of the Pacific
Pages - Dimensions
Book Subject Terrorism studies, psychology, sociology, political science, criminology
Keywords Terrorism, psychology of terrorism, terrorist profiling, terrorism motivation, political terrorism, psychological terrorism, sociological analysis of terrorism, terrorist group dynamics

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