The myth of martyrdom: what really drives suicide bombers, rampage shooters, and other self-destructive killers
Adam Lankford looks at the motivation of suicide bombers and other rampage killers
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Adam Lankford looks at the motivation of suicide bombers and other rampage killers
Human Killing Machines offers a comparative analysis of the indoctrination methods used to produce violence in the famous Milgram and Zimbardo psychological experiments, as well as Iran, Nazi Germany, Al Qaeda, and Abu Ghraib. Based on these findings, specific policy recommendations are made for how we can begin to reform the U.S. military and increase its accountability, shake Al Qaeda terroristsO commitment to their missions, and reverse course on Iran to bring the oppressive regime down from the inside
In: Celebrity studies, Band 9, Heft 3, S. 340-354
ISSN: 1939-2400
In: Studies in conflict and terrorism, Band 41, Heft 11, S. 875-898
ISSN: 1521-0731
In: Sociology compass, Band 10, Heft 1, S. 38-47
ISSN: 1751-9020
AbstractRape and sexual assault remain major criminological problems in the United States. However, there are a number of reasons for future optimism. American society appears to be gradually evolving in important ways, and changing attitudes reflect more appreciation for human rights, human equality, and support for victims of sexual violence. In addition, advances in technology offer new ways for the justice system to catch and prosecute sex offenders, and the scholars researching these crimes continue to make important strides in critical areas. Furthermore, several data sources suggest that the prevalence of rape and sexual assault has decreased over the past 40 years. As long as Americans continue to demand more progress and more justice, they may have a chance to make that happen.
In: Critical review of international social and political philosophy: CRISPP, Band 16, Heft 5, S. 634-654
ISSN: 1743-8772
In: Critical review of international social and political philosophy: CRISPP, Band 16, Heft 5, S. 634-654
ISSN: 1369-8230
From 2004 to 2009, U.S. military reports of sexual assault increased by 90%. Whether this reflects a real increase in sexual assaults, or just an increase in reporting, the Department of Defense has committed to reducing the prevalence of these brutal crimes. In order to better understand the problem of sexual assault and how it can be addressed, it is important to put this criminal behavior in its proper context. Previous research has identified several key reasons why military personnel are more likely to commit sexual assault during periods of war than they are in peacetime, including heightened (1) desires for power, (2) desires for sexual fulfillment, and (3) beliefs that there will be no consequences. This paper reviews this literature and presents initial evidence that these same factors may be contributing to the U.S. military's current problem with sexual assault. Preliminary findings suggest that in the post 9/11 world, service members have increasingly struggled with compensatory desires for power, sexual frustrations abroad, and overly permissive environments where swift and serious punishments for bad behavior are far too rare.
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In: Journal of Military and Strategic Studies, Band 14, Heft 2
In: Journal of Military and Strategic Studies, Band 14, Heft 2
In: Studies in conflict and terrorism, Band 34, Heft 4, S. 337-366
ISSN: 1521-0731
In: Studies in conflict & terrorism, Band 34, Heft 4, S. 337-366
ISSN: 1057-610X
World Affairs Online
In: Crisis: the journal of crisis intervention and suicide prevention, Band 31, Heft 6, S. 287-289
ISSN: 2151-2396
In: Studies in conflict & terrorism, Band 33, Heft 1, S. 20-35
ISSN: 1057-610X
World Affairs Online
In: Studies in conflict and terrorism, Band 33, Heft 1, S. 20-35
ISSN: 1521-0731
On 22 January 2009, President Barack Obama issued an executive order that banned harsh interrogations and restricted legal methods to those listed in Army Field Manual 2-22.3. However, there remain concerns that the field manual may fail to prevent the continued abuse and torture of detainees. This study reexamines the leading social-psychological explanations for torture at Abu Ghraib to determine whether the manual appears sufficient to prevent future torture. Findings suggest that it has significantly curtailed future risks; however, in order to help ensure that U.S. soldiers' treatment of foreign detainees is consistently humane, additional steps should be taken. Adapted from the source document.