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Herzog-Evans Martine |
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Handbook of Understanding Terrorism : Forensic Social Sciences Case Studies |
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Cham : , : Springer International Publishing AG, , 2024 |
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©2024 |
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[1st ed.] |
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1 online resource (267 pages) |
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Monografia |
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Contents -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- References -- Part I: Forensic Social Sciences -- Chapter 2: “Bunch of Gals”: Unveiling Extremist Ideologies in the Capitol Hill Attacks and Terrorist Incidents Perpetrated by French Radicalised Females -- Introduction -- Female Offenders -- Low Rates of Convictions and Social Representations -- Social (Mis)representations? -- Gendered Differences? -- How Women Express Violence? -- Is There a Valid Tool to Measure Female Dangerousness? -- Adhesion to Extremist Ideologies -- Female Offending -- Cases in the United States -- Deborah C., 60 -- Gillian C., 50 -- Cases in France -- Sabrina G., 55 -- Flora A., 33 -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- References -- Other Sources -- Chapter 3: Case Series of Far-Left Extremists: Applying Travis Hirschi’s Control Theory and Sampson and Laub’s Theory of Turning Points -- Introduction -- Radicalized Peer Relations -- History of Abuse/Adverse Childhood Events -- Marriage -- Extremist Social Movements |
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The 'Handbook of Understanding Terrorism,' edited by Martine Herzog-Evans and Stephen J. Morewitz, explores the multifaceted nature of terrorism and violent extremism. It incorporates insights from criminology, social psychology, clinical psychology, sociology, political |
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science, and threat management, collectively termed 'forensic social sciences.' The book features case studies and case series that vary geographically and in the types of terrorism addressed, providing a comprehensive analysis of criminal behavior associated with terrorism. Recent research developments highlight the criminogenic needs of terrorists and the cognitive, attitudinal, and psychological dimensions of extremism. The book aims to contribute to effective treatment and prevention strategies by examining these complex dynamics. It is intended for researchers, practitioners, and students in related fields. |
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