Violent Extremism: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice

Presents academic knowledge on the social, psychological, and political aspects of radicalization and terrorist recruitment. Highlighting a range of topics such as counterterrorism, propaganda, and online activism, this volume is a reference source for researchers, analysts, intelligence officers, policymakers, academics, researchers, and students.
Advances in digital and other technologies have provided ample positive impacts to modern society; however, in addition to such benefits, these innovations have inadvertently created a new venue for terrorist activities. Examining violent extremism through a critical and academic perspective can lead to a better understanding of its foundations and implications.

Violent Extremism: Breakthroughs in Research and Practice is a critical source of academic knowledge on the social, psychological, and political aspects of radicalization and terrorist recruitment. Highlighting a range of pertinent topics such as counterterrorism, propaganda, and online activism, this publication is an ideal reference source for researchers, analysts, intelligence officers, policymakers, academicians, researchers, and graduate-level students interested in current research on violent extremism.