Fear Society and the Police examines elements of fear and how they can be controlled and turned into an effective and proper response in an emergency situation. Readers of this book will be exposed to ways fear can become an uncontrolled emotion often leading to unnecessary acts of violence and will examine ways and means of using reasoning to overcome unfounded fear. The author encourages readers to critically assess circumstances in todayâs society that have caused fear unrest and division between the enforcers of law and the people they are sworn to protect. Providing examples of how violence in society has had an impact on policeâcommunity relations this book examines the many facets of fear from several perspectives including historical personal and institutional. Security management courses concentrate on the how and why of security yet to become an effective professional security specialist it is recommended the practitioner become educated in the nuances of fear. This book presents a look into the how and why of fear and will relate to security personnel as it does to police officers. The book brings perspectives based on reality and experience. It will be of interest not only to those who work in law enforcement but also to students in criminal justice management and leadership psychology and sociology courses. As violence in society escalates professionalism will require more understanding of fear-based emotions. . Language: English