Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Why do people become extremists?
Position‹4 of 5›

People feel undervalued by society

Feeling undervalued and under-appreciated by society can make a person feel like they have nowhere to turn for support and encouragement. Extremist groups give people a sense of purpose and drive in their lives that that may not have if they're feeling underrepresented in their society.

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  1. Feeling undervalued by society
    Feeling undervalued and under-appreciated by society can make a person feel like they have nowhere to turn for support and encouragement. Extremist groups give people a sense of purpose and drive in their lives that they may not have if they're feeling underrepresented in their society.