Prisoners of Hate The Cognitive Basis of Anger, Hostility, and Violence
Author(s):
Aaron T. Beck, M.D.
Publishing / Edition:
HarperCollins, 1999
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Introduction
Part 1 - The Roots of Hate
Chapter 1. The Prison of Hate: How Egosism and Ideology Hijack the Mind
Chapter 2. The Eye ("I") of the Storm: The Egocentric Bias
Chapter 3. From Hurt to Hate: The Vulnerable Self-image
Chapter 4. Let Me Count the Ways You've Wronged Me
Chapter 5. Primal Thinking: Cognitive Errors and Distortions
Chapter 6. Formula for Anger: Rights, Wrongs, and Retaliation
Chapter 7. Intimate Enemies: The Transformation of Love and Hate
Part 2 - Violence: Individuals and Groups
Chapter 8. Individual Violence: The Psychology of the Offender
Chapter 9. Collective Illusions: Group Prejudice and Violence
Chapter 10. Persecution and Genocide: Creating Monsters and Demons
Chapter 11. Images and Misperceptions in War: The Deadly Construction of the Enemy
Part 3 - From Darkness To Light
Chapter 12. The Brighter Side of Human Nature: Attachment, Altruism, and Cooperation
Chapter 13. Cognitive Therapy for Individuals and Groups
Chapter 14. Perspectives and Prospects: Applying Cognitive Approaches to the Problems of Society