Routledge - Honor Related Violence: A New Social Psychological Perspective

Honor Related Violence: A New Social Psychological Perspective by Robert Ermers offers a deep look into the complex social dynamics behind honor-based crimes. Often associated with specific regions, these acts are frequently justified by perpetrators as a necessary means to restore family or social honor. This book examines the theoretical arguments suggesting that certain populations link honor to the behavior of women, creating a pretext for oppression and domination. As large-scale migration brings these issues to the forefront of Western societies, understanding the roots of honor killings and related violence becomes more important than ever. Ermers addresses several fundamental questions regarding these behaviors through a social psychological lens. This text provides a necessary framework for students, researchers, and professionals in psychology and sociology to better understand the motivations and societal impacts of honor-related violence in a globalized world.