Journalist Mark Follman asked this very question when researching his brilliant book, “The Trigger Points – Inside the mission to stop mass shootings in America” after asking the same question.
This week, a 14-year-old student opened fire at a Georgia high school and killed four people, which is a tragic reminder of the importance of this subject. It is very real, and whilst the focus is on the challenges in the US, it is a global issue.
In the latest episode of The Defuse Podcast, Mark shares the latest research on this subject, including insights from Elliot Rodger’s mother.
In this podcast, Mark discusses:
– Importance of Talking to Attackers
– Key Elements of Threat Assessment
– Challenges in Reporting Threats
– The Role of Social Media in Threat Assessment
– The Importance of Human Connection in Threat Assessment
This podcast is a must-listen for anyone involved in threat assessment, the prevention of targeted violence, psychology and law enforcement.
