Part two in the series, this film provides an illuminating narrative into what can be accomplished when intervening with men whose crimes were based on reactive and/or predatory violence.
This film integrates stories from violent individuals, with commentary from experts in the field of violence, leading to a better understanding of both the developmental issues and thought processes of those engaging in violent behavior.
Dr. Jaak Panksepp is a renowned neuroscientist and psychobiologist, and Emeritus Professor of the Department of Psychology at Bowling Green State University.
Dr. James Gilligan discusses the developmental roots of violence, such as the psychological effects of childhood neglect and dissociation.
Dr. James Gilligan approaches violence prevention from a public health, preventive medicine standpoint.
Dr. James Garbarino discusses a variety of topics related to parenting and child development.
Dr. Donald Meichenbaum discusses violence and aggression, from origin to treatment.
Dr. James Gillian addresses the magnitude of the problem of violence. There are more years of life lost due to the various forms of violence than there are to cancer and heart disease combined.
Dr. Peter Fonagy eloquently articulates effective methods of intervening with violent behavior.
Father Greg Boyle, along with Louis Perez and Fabian Montes, two homeboys who have turned their lives around, provides unique insight into the problem of gang violence in America
Dr. de Zulueta discusses early attachment, trauma and the roots of violence.