Why We Kill - Violence as Socialization
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex socialization process that can lead ordinary individuals to commit serious acts of violence in this thought-provoking lecture by Ginger and Richard Rhodes. Delve into criminologist Lonnie Athens' "violentization" model, which outlines a four-stage process of how humans can be conditioned to assault, rape, or murder. Examine the history of violence, challenge common assumptions about the link between violence and mental illness, and analyze real-life cases to test Athens' theory. Gain insights into the potential impact of childhood brutalization by parents or peers on future violent behavior. Consider the importance of early intervention strategies in preventing the cycle of violence. Learn from Richard Rhodes, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for his extensive work on topics ranging from nuclear history to the roots of private violence.
Syllabus
Why We Kill: Violence as Socialization
Taught by
Santa Fe Institute
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