Preventing Mass Violence:A Whole Community Approach

by: Mark S. Waick (Author)

Publisher: Wiley

Edition: 1st

Publication Date: 2024/7/23

Language: English

Print Length: 448 pages

ISBN-10: 1119737419

ISBN-13: 9781119737414

Book Description

Build your community's ability to be proactive toward preventing mass violenceIn the past decade, communities across America have grappled with an alarming surge in mass violence incidents, leaving citizens and authorities alike seeking effective prevention strategies. In Preventing Mass Violence:A Whole Community Approach, Dr. Mark S. Waick draws on his extensive experience as a first responder to provide a comprehensive blueprint for thwarting mass shootings, terrorist acts, and other large-scale violence.Emphasizing a collaborative "whole community" model, Waick advocates for robust cooperation among law enforcement, emergency services, businesses, schools, healthcare providers, and the public. Through actionable insights, readers will discover practical methods to cultivate resilience and deter various forms of violence, from mass shootings to vehicular attacks.With a focus on prevention, the book equips readers with strategies to identify and address conceing behaviors, empowering law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to navigate operational challenges effectively. Tailored for law enforcement professionals, public safety workers, healthcare personnel, educators, local govements, and organizations with emergency protocols, Preventing Mass Violence is an indispensable resource for safeguarding communities and mitigating the profound human and economic toll of such incidents.

About the Author

Build your community's ability to be proactive toward preventing mass violenceIn the past decade, communities across America have grappled with an alarming surge in mass violence incidents, leaving citizens and authorities alike seeking effective prevention strategies. In Preventing Mass Violence:A Whole Community Approach, Dr. Mark S. Waick draws on his extensive experience as a first responder to provide a comprehensive blueprint for thwarting mass shootings, terrorist acts, and other large-scale violence.Emphasizing a collaborative "whole community" model, Waick advocates for robust cooperation among law enforcement, emergency services, businesses, schools, healthcare providers, and the public. Through actionable insights, readers will discover practical methods to cultivate resilience and deter various forms of violence, from mass shootings to vehicular attacks.With a focus on prevention, the book equips readers with strategies to identify and address conceing behaviors, empowering law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders to navigate operational challenges effectively. Tailored for law enforcement professionals, public safety workers, healthcare personnel, educators, local govements, and organizations with emergency protocols, Preventing Mass Violence is an indispensable resource for safeguarding communities and mitigating the profound human and economic toll of such incidents.