RT Article
T1 Individual differences in political aggression: The role of social integration, perceived grievances and low self-control
JF European journal of criminology
VO 17
IS 5
SP 603
OP 627
A1 Pauwels, Lieven 1974-
A2 De Buck, Ann
A2 Ljujic, Vanja
LA English
YR 2020
UL https://krimdok.uni-tuebingen.de/Record/1738755010
AB Several models have been suggested for studying (self-reported) aggression. Less frequently, these theories are empirically applied to explain individual differences in political aggression. The present study examines the role of distal, intermediate and proximate mechanisms in a net-sample of 6020 young adults. Using log-linear structural equation modelling, the independent effects of cumulative social integration, perceived personal and group injustices and low self-control are assessed. It is assumed that these factors contribute to the ‘crystallization of discontent’ by fostering religious authoritarianism, political powerlessness, support for extremist beliefs and online exposure to extremist content. Support for extremist content and online exposure to extremist content are strong predictors, and function as different routes towards political aggression. The results support an integrated approach towards the study of political aggression. Implications for future studies are discussed.
K1 Low self-control
K1 Online exposure to extremist content
K1 Perceived injustice
K1 Political aggression
K1 Support for extremist beliefs
DO 10.1177/1477370818819216