JOURNAL ARTICLE

Researchers at University of Queensland Describe Findings in Psychology and Psychiatry (The social psychology of collective violence: Civilian motivations for involvement in the Indonesian May 1998 riots).

  • Published In: Psychology & Psychiatry Journal, 2026. P. 563 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on a study examining the motivations behind participation in the Indonesian riots of May 1998, which targeted the ethnic Chinese minority. Conducted through semi-structured interviews with 31 participants involved in violent acts, the research identified motivations at three levels: intergroup (ethnic prejudice), intragroup (conformity), and individual (thrill-seeking, greed). The findings revealed that most participants cited intragroup and individual motivations, with conformity being a common factor among all. The study highlights the complex psychological and social dynamics that drive collective ethnic violence. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Psychology & Psychiatry Journal. 2026/02, p563
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:History
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1944-2718
  • Accession Number:191535677
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