Exploring the Schema Modes Behind Fire Setting (Part 2)

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The episode explores the psychological dynamics and schema modes that drive individuals toward fire-setting behavior.

In this follow-up to Part 1, 'Understanding Fire Setting,' hosts Shay Addison and Dr Rob Brockman delve deeper into the psychological dynamics behind fire-setting behaviour. In this episode, they explore the schema modes that might drive individuals toward destructive actions, unpacking how schemas can fuel risky behaviour. Send us a Message

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Hosts: Shay Addison, Dr Rob Brockman

Topics covered

• fire setting
• psychological dynamics
• schema modes
• destructive behavior
• risk behavior

Keywords

• fire setting
• psychology
• schema modes
• destructive actions
• risk behavior

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Books & works: Understanding Fire Setting

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