Psychological Motives Behind Islamic Terror Organizations-ISIL and Al-Qaeda

Zohra Mammadova's essay examines the psychological factors that influence people to join extremist organizations such as Al-Qaeda and ISIL. It looks at how radicalization is facilitated by identity issues, sociopolitical grievances, emotional weaknesses, and anger. The study emphasizes how psychological manipulation and propaganda are crucial in recruiting, drawing on David Houghton's Political Psychology and other academic publications. It also offers strategies for reducing extremist influence via social justice and inclusivity.

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Published
2025-10-12
DOI
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17331231
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Terrorism, Counterterrorism, and Political Violence
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Psychological Motives Behind Islamic Terror Organizations-ISIL and Al-Qaeda

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Terrorism, Counterterrorism, and Political Violence
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Psychological Motives Behind Islamic Terror Organizations-ISIL and Al-Qaeda

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Abstract

Zohra Mammadova's essay examines the psychological factors that influence people to join extremist organizations such as Al-Qaeda and ISIL. It looks at how radicalization is facilitated by identity issues, sociopolitical grievances, emotional weaknesses, and anger. The study emphasizes how psychological manipulation and propaganda are crucial in recruiting, drawing on David Houghton's Political Psychology and other academic publications. It also offers strategies for reducing extremist influence via social justice and inclusivity.

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