• Torture and Its Consequences

• ISBN: 9780521392990

Torture and Its Consequences explores the ramifications of torture, examining its historical context, ethical implications, and psychological effects on victims and perpetrators, as well as its impact on legal and political systems. The book dissects justifications often used to defend torture, highlighting the long-term damage inflicted on individuals and societies. It analyzes the role of international laws and human rights conventions in prevention and the challenges faced in enforcing these safeguards. Further, it discusses the difficulties of rehabilitation for both victims and perpetrators, and the societal consequences of allowing torture, including the erosion of trust and the undermining of democratic values. The book advocates for the eradication of torture and the upholding of human dignity.