Highlights•A model of radicalization and de-radicalization is presented.•We specify the main
characteristics of radical groups.•We outline the micro, meso and macro factors in …

Research on disengagement from violent extremism is an emerging field of inquiry. As
compared to the related field of radicalization, there have been fewer studies of …

This book provides a comprehensive guide to the different aspects of deradicalization
theories, programs and methods. It analyzes the practical and theoretical aspects of …

In this chapter, the authors describe a research program premised on the notion that the
cognitive treatment affords conceptual and methodological advantages enabling new …

This chapter discusses the general phenomenon of extremism as such, and considers in
depth the special case of Violent extremism (VE). Social movement theory describes VE in …

The Nordic countries top the rankings of all global indexes on gender equality. Their global
reputation is underlined by the United Nations' description of Norway as a 'haven of gender …

Progress in understanding and responding to terrorism and violent extremism has continued
to stall in part because we often fail to adequately conceptualize the problem. Perhaps most …

ABSTRACT A deeper understanding of terrorist disengagement offers important insights for
policymakers and practitioners seeking to persuade individuals to leave these groups …

Objective: We examined how nonideological factors such as childhood risk factors and
adolescent conduct problems precede participation in violent extremism (VE). Methods: We …

central issue with many interpretations of radicalization remains their tendency to
overemphasize the role of extremist beliefs in motivating involvement in terrorism. After …