TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2019//
TI  - Fight or flight: integral emotions and violent intentions
JO  - Criminology
A1  - Barnum, Timothy C.
A1  - Solomon, Starr J.
SP  - 659
EP  - 686
VL  - 57
IS  - 4
N2  - The effect of proximate emotions on risk perceptions is of central importance to criminal decision-making theory, but has been understudied. We investigate the role of two integral (situational specific) emotional responses, anger and fear, in a decision-making context regarding the choice to commit assault. We draw on dual-process models of information processing and appraisal theory to propose a theoretical model in which integral emotions influence decisions and behavior. Using data from an experiment embedded in a survey to a nationwide sample of adults (N = 804), we test the interrelated roles of anger, fear, and traditional rational choice considerations on the intention to commit assault. We find a strong direct association between emotions and intentions to commit assault. Additionally, anger and fear moderate the effect of cognitive deliberations on behavioral intentions and provide a lens through which to evaluate a criminogenic opportunity.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0011-1384
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/1745-9125.12222
ID  - ref1
ER  -