Terrorism : perspectives from the behavioral and social sciences /

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The events and aftermath of September 11, 2001, profoundly changed the course of history of the nation. They also brought the phenomenon known as terrorism to the forefront of the nation's consciousness. As it became thus focused, the limits of scientific understanding of terrorism and the capa...

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Bibliographic Details
Call Number:Libro Electrónico
Corporate Authors: National Research Council (U.S.). Panel on Behavioral, Social, and Institutional Issues, National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism
Other Authors: Smelser, Neil J., Mitchell, Faith
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:Inglés
Published: Washington, D.C. : National Academy Press, ©2002.
Subjects:
2001
September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001.
Terrorism > Psychological aspects.
Terrorism > United States > Prevention.
Terrorists > Psychology.
September 11 Terrorist Attacks
Attentats du 11 septembre 2001, États-Unis.
Terrorisme > Aspect psychologique.
Terroristes > Psychologie.
POLITICAL SCIENCE > Political Freedom & Security > Law Enforcement.
Terrorism > Prevention
Terrorism > Psychological aspects
Terrorists > Psychology
United States
Online Access:Texto completo
Table of Contents:
  • Front Matter
  • Contents
  • Preface
  • Executive Summary
  • 1 Clearing the Conceptual Air
  • 2 Origins and Contexts of Terrorism
  • 3 Responses to Terrorism in the United States
  • 4 Recommendations for Research
  • References
  • A Dimensions of Terrorism: Actors, Actions, Consequences
  • B Committee on Science and Technology for Countering Terrorism

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