Fatal Grievances: Forecasting and Preventing Active Killer Threats in School, Campus, and Workplace Settings

Active killer attacks are a major concern, and Active Killer Attacks: Forecasting and Preventing Active Killer Threats in School, Campus, and Workplace Settings offers a proactive approach to threat management and resolution. The book presents models and methods to forecast and prevent an attack through the process of identification, assessment, and engagement, using case studies from the US and abroad.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 166 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Active killer attacks, characterized by seemingly random mass killings in various settings, including schools, campuses, and workplaces, often capture the attention of the media. These incidents tend to be over before law enforcement can intervene, leaving behind unanswered questions about the causes and potential prevention measures. In response, Fatal Grievances: Forecasting and Preventing Active Killer Threats in School, Campus, and Workplace Settings takes a proactive approach to managing and preventing active killer threats. This comprehensive book draws upon established threat assessment, behavioral analysis, and law enforcement negotiation theory and practice to develop models and methods aimed at forecasting and preventing active killer attacks.

The book begins by providing essential definitions and orientations to violence, emphasizing the importance of focusing on direct behaviors of planned lethal violence rather than more indirect behaviors. It also delves into understanding how to identify a fatal grievance, which is a deep-seated emotional pain or resentment that can lead to planned lethal violence. Only fatal grievances result in such acts of extreme violence.

Furthermore, the book highlights the significance of crisis intervention as the key to eliminating the fatal grievance and the motivation to kill. By understanding the process of crisis intervention, professionals in the fields of education, human resources, and security can effectively intervene and prevent potential attacks.

The book employs time-series predictive behavioral threat forecasting methods to prevent active killer attacks. These methods analyze patterns and trends in past behavior to identify individuals who may be exhibiting warning signs of planning an attack. By identifying these threats early on, preventive measures can be taken to mitigate the risk of an attack occurring.

Case studies from within the United States and abroad are included to support this unique approach to threat assessment. These case studies provide real-world examples of successful interventions and strategies employed to prevent active killer threats. By making the concepts and principles accessible to professionals in these fields, the book aims to contribute to the overall safety and security of schools, campuses, and workplaces.

In conclusion, Fatal Grievances: Forecasting and Preventing Active Killer Threats in School, Campus, and Workplace Settings offers a comprehensive and proactive approach to managing and preventing active killer threats. By drawing upon established knowledge and employing innovative methods, the book aims to empower professionals to take proactive measures to safeguard their communities from this devastating form of violence.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 178 x 253 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367139094