The Violence Potential: In Our Society Today [Paperback]

Ernest F., M.D. Pecci (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1994

This is an easy to read, anecdotal and partially autobiographical account of a psychiatrist's observations from the early 1960's to the present time regarding the increasing incidents of violence in this Country. Dr. Ernest Pecci explains the reason why unhappy mothers and broken homes can lead to violent-prone children. Interesting correlations are made with animals in the wild.

This book makes a major contribution to the understanding of human violence by making a distinction between aggressive behavior and violent behavior. This book should be read by all parents to help them to understand the influence they have upon their children regarding their use of anger in dealing with frustration. It is also a good handbook for law enforcement personnel to better understand and to cope with the emotionally distraught individuals which they routinely encounter.

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About the Author

Dr. Ernest Pecci is a Board-Certified psychiatrist, practicing in the San Francisco Bay Area for 35 years. He embodies the unique combination of a conservative Bostonian background and professional training with his active involvement as a pioneer in the Transformational movement.

In 1968 Dr. Pecci became the first Medical Director of the two innovative George Miller, jr Centers for Handicapped Children and Adults in Contra Costa County, holding the position for ten years. In 1969 he founded and was president of Rosebridge Graduate School of Integrative Psychology in Concord, California. Dr. Pecci was Chief Psychiatrist for the California Youth Authority in Sacramento between 1980-1985. For 20 years he has studied Western and Eastern traditions in the understanding of consciousness, intuition, and the untapped potential of the human mind. His experience with all degrees of psychological problems has helped him to develop unique approaches to life's challenges.

Product Details

• Paperback: 171 pages
• Publisher: Pavior Pub; First Edition edition (November 1, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0964263726
• ISBN-13: 978-0964263727
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,981,009 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An Original and Eye-Opening Insight, November 8, 1998

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This review is from: The Violence Potential: In Our Society Today (Paperback)

As a teacher, I am painfully aware of the potential for violence in our society. Not a day passes by that I do not observe the signs of growing frustration, anger, and eventual loss of self control in an ever-growing segment of our students. It begins at an early age and manifests itself in developing stages - finally erupting and striking out to claim its victims. Volumes have been written on the subject of how to handle the peddlers of violence in our society. Solutions have covered the whole gamut of punishments, ranging from "build more prisons," "demand reparations," and " provide rehabilitation," to "take it out on their hide." However, Dr. Pecci offers an original, eye-opening insight into the problem of violence by pinpointing the root CAUSE of violence. He submits that only by recognizing and removing this root cause of violence will we be able to eradicate it from our midst. As with all of Dr. Pecci's books, his insights are amazing and revolutionary. An invaluable contribution toward a solution to this problem which continues to plague our society.