Abstract
This paper presents a new approach for the study of terrorist behaviour and argues that a framework based on Prospect Theory can provide novel, useful insights into the understanding of the terrorist mind-set. Such a framework allows different pathways to become a terrorist and although individual decisions are studied, the model also takes into account environmental factors. By changing these environmental factors and/or framing the choice differently, PT provides insights as to how the terrorist group and/or a charismatic leader can influence the individual's whether or not to turn to terrorism.
Original language | Undefined/Unknown |
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Pages (from-to) | 01 |
Number of pages | 1 |
Journal | International Journal of Business and Social Research |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jun 2017 |