Gilligan, James

Preventing Violence (Prospects for Tomorrow)

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ISBN 13:
9780500282786
author:
Gilligan, James
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
112
Dimensions:
135 mm X 215 mm
Genre:
Causes & prevention of crime
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£17.86

Description

Violence is often addressed in moral and legal terms, focusing on punishment rather than understanding its causes. However, this approach does not shed light on why violence occurs. In fact, violent individuals have taught James Gilligan valuable lessons about human behavior. By examining prisons as microcosms of society, Gilligan suggests treating violence as a public health problem. He advocates for radical social and economic change to address the root causes of violence, particularly among those at increased risk. This approach involves dealing with violent individuals not as a punishment, but rather by isolating them from the rest of society. Gilligan's ideas offer a fresh perspective on understanding and preventing violence. By focusing on collective violence rather than individual crimes, he argues that we can work towards a safer future for all.

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