Countering Radicalization and Terrorism

Explain terrorist motivations and discuss what efforts or programs are most effective in countering radicalization.

A fundamental issue established is the fact that becoming involved in terrorist activities is a process where numerous factors can affect the mindset and actions of an individual. Compare and contrast at least two different radicalization models that explain terrorist motivations. Summarize behavioral and psychological factors associated with disengaging from terrorism and describe what efforts or programs are most effective in countering radicalization and why.