Mass Psychology

John Taylor Gatto's Weapons of Mass Instruction focuses on mechanisms of traditional education which cripple imagination, discourage critical thinking, and create a false view of learning as a byproduct of rote-memorization drills. Gatto's earlier book, Dumbing Us Down, introduced the now-famous expression of the title into the common vernacular. Weapons of Mass Instruction adds another chilling metaphor to the brief against conventional schooling.

Introducing a groundbreaking read that will change the way you understand the collective psyche of humanity! Understanding the Crowd Psychology is a comprehensive and insightful dive into the complex nature of group behavior. In today's world, it's more important than ever to comprehend how and why large groups behave the way they do. What makes certain crowds turn dangerous, while others remain peaceful? How do social norms and identity shape our behavior within a group? This book has all the answers to your questions and more. With sixteen extensive chapters, this book is a one-stop-shop ...

In this classic of political and social psychology, Joost Meerloo attempts to account for the mechanisms of mind that have made the brainwashing techniques of totalitarian states so historically successful. His frightening conclusion, that "hardly anyone can resist," appeals to mechanisms undergirding human thought, many of which are not obviously available to individuals.

A stevedore on the San Francisco docks in the 1940s, Eric Hoffer wrote philosophical treatises in his spare time while living in the railroad yards. The True Believer—the first and most famous of his books—was made into a bestseller when President Eisenhower cited it during one of the earliest television press conferences.

On July 20, 2012 in Aurora, Colorado, a man in dark body armor and a gas mask entered a midnight premiere of The Dark Knight Rises with a tactical shotgun, a high-capacity assault rifle, and a sidearm. Soon twelve were dead and fifty-eight were wounded. A Dark Night in Aurora uses the twenty-three hours of unredacted interview transcripts never seen by the public and Reid’s research to bring the listener inside the mind of a mass murderer. The result is chilling, gripping study of abnormal psychology and how a lovely boy named Jimmy became a killer.

¿Qué es "la masa"?, ¿Cuál es la relación entre masa e individuo? ¿Por qué medios el alma colectiva puede ejercer influencia en cada sujeto?, ¿En qué consiste esa influencia? En este trabajo, Sigmund Freud analiza porque las sociedades se mantienen unidas, recurriendo a los conceptos de líbido e identificación.

It's time to go beyond all the thoughts and prayers, misguided blame on mental illness, and dug-in disputes over the Second Amendment. Through meticulous reporting and panoramic storytelling, journalist Mark Follman chronicles the decades-long search for identifiable profiles of mass shooters and brings listeners inside a groundbreaking method for preventing devastating attacks. Eight years in the making, Trigger Points illuminates a way forward at a time when the failure to prevent mass shootings has never been more costly—and the prospects for stopping them never more promising.

As the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded, LA-based psychiatrist Mark McDonald grew increasingly concerned by the negative mental health effects he witnessed among his patients - and Americans nationwide. These negative effects - stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, domestic violence, suicidal ideation - were all directly traceable to the climate of fear being stoked by public health authorities and irresponsibly amplified by national media.

El francés Gustave Le Bon (1841-1931) es considerado uno de los fundadores de la psicología social. Introdujo un tema importante como la psicología del comportamiento colectivo. Le Bon desarrolló sus ideas y puntos de vista durante numerosos viajes a diferentes pueblos de África y Asia. En su obra principal "Psicología de las masas" de 1895, describe el cambio en el comportamiento del individuo que resulta de pertenecer a un grupo más grande de personas, una masa. Este audiolibro está basado en la traducción al español de 1921 de J. M. Navarro de Palencia.

-En español Neutro- Psicología de las masas y análisis del yo (en alemán Massenpsychologie und Ich-Analyse) es una obra de Sigmund Freud publicada en 1921.

Unlock the secrets of one of humanity's most enduring mysteries with "The Psychology of UFO Encounters." Delve into the complex tapestry of unidentified flying objects and their profound impact on human perception and society. This comprehensive exploration offers eye-opening insights into the history of UFO sightings and their cultural impact over the years. Discover how our senses and brain interpret the enigmatic phenomena of the skies, and the challenges inherent in eyewitness testimony, from memory formation to cognitive biases and emotional influences. Unravel the social dynamics ...

By the end of April 1945 in Germany, the Third Reich had fallen and invasion was underway. As the Red Army advanced, horrifying stories spread about the depravity of its soldiers. For many German people, there seemed to be nothing left but disgrace and despair. For tens of thousands of them, the only option was to choose death - for themselves and for their children.

It was a seemingly pleasant evening on October 1, 2017, and more than 20,000 people gathered at the Route 91 Harvest Festival. Everyone was in high spirits and the concert began to a thrilling fanfare. Unbeknownst to everyone, sounds began to erupt which were thought to be fireworks...until people started falling as dead bodies. The Las Vegas shooting was the deadliest attack in modern American history that claimed 58 lives and injured over 850. This is the story of the assailant Stephen Paddock.

Este es un audiolibro con contenido completo, relacionado a todos los ámbitos de la psicología oscura: manipulación, influencia, persuasión y más. Recorre desde los datos históricos más relevantes sobre la psicología oscura, hasta los más prácticos. Conocerás las técnicas de manipulación para identificarlas y evitar que otros influyan en tu comportamiento haciéndote tomar decisiones que no te convienen.

Unlock the secrets to mass-market success with Selling to the Masses: Cash In on the Herd Mentality. In today's world, understanding how to sell effectively is the key to dominating your niche and reaching a vast audience. This book reveals the psychology behind herd mentality and shows you how to tap into it to boost your sales. You'll discover proven techniques and strategies on how to sell your product or service to large groups. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your sales skills, this book is your roadmap to building a business that thrives on mass appeal. It’s ...

Elliot Rodger considered himself to be intelligent, refined, handsome, fashionable, and charming. He spent years trying to be cool so women would like him. He thought if he just wore expensive and fashionable clothing, had a better car, or if he were rich, then women would throw themselves at him. In fact, he thought himself to be “The Supreme Gentleman”.

We are influenced by the world we live in and people can manipulate us and convince us to do something we don't want. Dark psychology is the study of manipulative, coercive, and persuasive techniques developed for the sole purpose of controlling the minds and behavior of other people. Psychology plays an important role in every aspect of our lives, from how we are raised and perceive the world to how we develop ways in which we interact with others and behave.

Being alone is often is not a matter of choice, but life circumstances. Man is a social animal, and feeling lonely and isolated can cause serious health issues, such as anxiety, depression and a weak immune system. Of course, some choose to isolate themselves, and the reasons are usually social anxiety and lack of confidence. But this audiobook will demonstrate to you that being alone can be an incredibly positive experience. If you follow these professional tips and strategies, not only will you not feel lonely anymore, but you’ll start craving some alone time!

¿Alguna vez te has preguntado por qué las personas actúan de manera tan diferente en grupos grandes? ¿O cómo ciertos líderes, marcas o movimientos capturan la mente colectiva y son capaces de mover a las multitudes en la dirección que quieren? Vivimos en una era donde la información fluye más rápidamente que nunca, y donde las masas, ya sea en redes sociales, manifestaciones o incluso en la cultura popular, tienen un poder sin precedentes para influir en el cambio social, político y económico.

From Sandy Hook, Connecticut, to Aurora, Colorado, to Tucson, Arizona, this nation has been racked from coast to coast with mass shootings perpetrated by criminals with sick minds. Authors Dr. Liebert and Dr. Birnes believe the increase in violence is an epidemic and dig deep into the causes of mental illness to determine what exactly is going on with these individuals and society as a whole, and what action can be taken to slow this frightening trend toward mass violence.