There is a global appetite to humiliate or publicly shame others and this has evenbecome a source of entertainment for many. The growth and all-encompassinginfluence of social media has made the phenomenon of humiliation even moreapparent and possible.
This book examines the damaging impact of humiliation in human society. The relationshipbetween humiliation and shame is explored in depth with a particular focus on the waythis relationship affects people’s self-image, self-esteem and memory. By using casestudies of observed humiliation, the book discusses the power play between individuals,groups, organizations and nations. It shows how public shame can lead to damagingpsychological states and violent responses amongst vulnerable people. This topical bookpresents an important and timely discussion for today’s world, not least in showing thelinks between humiliation, terrorism and poor mental health.
By offering strategies for responding to feelings of humiliation in a range of contexts,this book will prove a valuable resource for professionals concerned with mental health,public health, education and social care. Importantly, this is a book for all those affectedby humiliation who want to take action and find new solutions for dealing with it.
