Threat to Democracy - The Appeal of Authoritarianism in an Age of Uncertainty (Hardcover)

This book explores the recent international decline in democracy and the psychological appeal of authoritarianism in the context of rapid globalization. The rise of populist movements and leaders across the globe has produced serious and unexpected challenges to human rights and freedoms. By understanding the psychological foundations of the surge in populism and authoritarian leadership, we can better develop ways to nurture and safeguard democracy. Why and how do authoritarian leaders gain popular support? In this book, social psychologist Fathali M. Moghaddam discusses the stages of political development on the continuum from absolute dictatorship to the ideal of actualized democracy. He explains how ""fractured globalization"" - by which technological and economic forces push societies toward greater global unification, while social identity needs pull individuals back into tribal identification - can produce a turn toward dictatorship, even in previously democratic societies. The book concludes with potential solutions to the rise of authoritarian leaders and ways to strengthen democracy.

General

Imprint:	American Psychological Association
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	May 2019
Authors:	Fathali M. Moghaddam
Dimensions:	254 x 178mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	182
ISBN-13:	978-1-4338-3070-9
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Globalization Books > Social sciences > Psychology > Social, group or collective psychology Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > Political ideologies > General
LSN:	1-4338-3070-1
Barcode:	9781433830709

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