Volume 33 - Number 1 - Winter 2026
Pages: 1 - 129

BOOK REVIEWS

Terry, K. (2026). A compassionate and insightful perspective on terrorism [Review of the book Psychoanalytic and Spiritual Perspectives on Terrorism: Desire for Destruction by Nina Cerfolio (2023)]. Clio’s Psyche, 33(1), 119-122.

https://doi.org/10.70763/76cf4ecb943fc5282061fffd96ff4df9

A Compassionate and Insightful Perspective on Terrorism

book review
Keywords:

book review, deradicalization, destructive behavior, D. W. Winnicott, extremism, identity conflicts, Nina Cerfolio, psychoanalysis, Psychoanalytic and Spiritual Perspectives on Terrorism: Desire for Destruction, psychological motivation, radical ideologies, trauma

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About the author

Karen Terry

Karen Terry, PSYD, is a dedicated mental health professional focusing on adolescent development, trauma, and social-emotional learning. She has extensive experience working with individuals and groups in both clinical and educational settings, specializing in addressing emotional and behavioral challenges. Passionate about promoting mental wellness, Dr. Terry aims to empower individuals through evidence-based interventions and collaborative approaches. Her work seeks to create supportive environments that foster resilience and healthy decision-making. She may be contacted at .

How to cite this article

Terry, K. (2026). A compassionate and insightful perspective on terrorism [Review of the book Psychoanalytic and Spiritual Perspectives on Terrorism: Desire for Destruction by Nina Cerfolio (2023)]. Clio’s Psyche, 33(1), 119-122.

https://doi.org/10.70763/76cf4ecb943fc5282061fffd96ff4df9