Adolescents and violent extremism in the online space
https://doi.org/10.35854/2219-6242-2023-3-345-354
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Abstract
The article argues that belonging to destructive subcultures is an important risk factor for adolescents’ problem behavior. The relevance of the study is due to the fact that participation in online space represents a significant aspect of teenagers’ involvement in extremist and terrorist movements. The author has attempted a systematic review of the role of the Internet and social networks in the violent radicalization of adolescents, outlined ways to prevent extremism in adolescents and intervene in violent radicalization. The purpose of the study is to assess the relationship between extremist adolescent subcultures and the use of the Internet, and to examine the role of various factors in introducing adolescents to destructive subcultures on the Internet. As research methods, quantitative and qualitative types of analysis of adolescent behavior were used to identify the reasons for their involvement in destructive subcultures on the Internet, and a systematic review of scientific publications related to risk factors contributing to deviant behavior among adolescents was performed. The author concludes that the importance of ideology for adolescents follows, rather than precedes, entry into extremist subcultures. Joining a group is part of grouping, which is especially significant during adolescence. Preventive actions that start within the family are one solution to keep adolescents away from criminal acts. State programs of social orientation of adolescents and their positive empowerment are also necessary.
About the Author
I. V. KozlovaRussian Federation
Irina V. Kozlova — researcher of the Sector of Sociology of Deviant Behavior
24/35 Krzhizhanovskogo st., bldg. 5, Moscow 117218
AuthorID: 940686
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For citations:
Kozlova I.V. Adolescents and violent extremism in the online space. Sociology and Law. 2023;15(3):345-354. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.35854/2219-6242-2023-3-345-354