The Psychology of Totalitarianism

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In this book, Mattias Desmet explores the phenomenon of “mass formation”—a type of collective hypnosis—he clearly illustrates how close we are to surrendering to totalitarian regimes. With detailed analyses, examples, and results from years of research, Desmet lays out the steps that lead toward mass formation, including: an overall sense of loneliness and lack of social connections and bonds, a lack of meaning in unsatisfying jobs, free-floating anxiety and discontent, and the manifestation of frustration and aggression. The book provides insight into the psychological mechanisms that can lead to totalitarianism.