A deep human need for meaning and being part of a far larger purpose may be the fundamental driving force for people to join extremist groups.
Read MoreThe role of excessive emotion is a factor that is virtually unrecognized or brought to bear in studies involving human conflict.
Read MoreWe usually reserve the word "cult" for groups that commit mass suicide by drinking poison-laced purple cool-aid. But aspects of cult-behaviour can be found nearly everywhere.
Read MoreThe appeal of joining an extremist group may stem from much more than just ideological proclivities.
Read MoreWhy are the political problems of the Middle East so entrenched and difficult to solve? Because practitioners are unaware of the fundamental issues.
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