Discussion Forum
Discussion 1: Theories of Aggression
Explain the difference between each of the following: overt and covert acts of aggression, cognitive scripts model, hostile attribution, reactive aggression, and proactive aggression. Don't give a textbook definition of the listed theories; rather, give real-life examples of each. What does each model look like when manifested in criminal behavior? For this activity, explain a real-life example of aggression (e.g., a violent crime as reported in the media), conduct research into the actual event, and then use the appropriate model or theory to analyze the aggression incident. Integrate how this framework aligns with your personal beliefs and experiences.
Discussion 2
Aggression and Violent Behavior as Precursors to Other Forms of Criminal Psychopathology
Explain how aggression and violent behavior are often precursors to other forms of criminal psychopathology. Provide examples and scenarios.
Written Assignment
Write a five- to seven-page APA-style paper on the psychological basis for terrorism and terrorists. Read independent scholarly sources and include at least three of them as references in this paper. You will find two good additional resources listed below:
• Understanding Terrorism
• Psychology of Terrorism by Randy Borum
Answer the following questions in your paper:
• How and why do people join terrorist organizations?
• To what extent is psychopathology relevant for understanding or preventing terrorism?
• To what extent is individual personality relevant for understanding or preventing terrorism?
• What are the vulnerabilities of terrorist groups?
• What is the impact of leaders being removed from their positions either by dying or being overthrown?
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also Include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.