Adam Lankford

Adam Lankford

academic United States

Adam Lankford is a professor of criminology at the University of Alabama, recognized for his studies on mass shootings and the characteristics of 'copycat shooters.' He has explored the psychological motivations behind mass shootings and the phenomenon of individuals idolizing previous attackers, drawing parallels between this behavior and celebrity worship. Lankford advocates for better understanding of these patterns to aid in prevention efforts and to inform media practices regarding the coverage of mass violence.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
129,907
Power
8,242$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 6.00 0.04% +0% 331,002,651 129,907 $21,000,000 8,242$
Totals 1 331,002,651 129,907 $21,000,000 8,242$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: Adam Lankford, a professor of criminology, studies the similarities between copycat shooters and their role models. 6

CNN: An obsession with other mass shooters is the biggest red flag for a potential school shooter

United States United States: Criminology professor Dr. Adam Lankford breaks down the details of Travis Decker allegedly killing his three daughters. 5

Fox News: Autopsy confirms Decker daughters died from suffocation, ruled homicide