The psychology of extremism /

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Imprint:Cham : Springer, 2020.
Description:1 online resource
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/12600364
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Other authors / contributors:Aumer, Katherine, editor.
ISBN:9783030596989
3030596982
3030596974
9783030596972
Notes:Includes index.
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed May 3, 2021).
Summary:This volume examines the psychological factors, environments, and social factors contributing to identification with extremist identities and ideologies. Incorporating recent findings on interpersonal relationships, emotions, and social identity, the book aims to improve understanding of what makes individuals vulnerable to extremism. It concludes with a discussion of the intricacies of identification with extremist groups, a proposal for de-radicalization, and a call for awareness as a means to resist polarization.
Other form:Print version: 3030596974 9783030596972
Standard no.:10.1007/978-3-030-59698-9